A review by leahjanespeare
On the Bright Side by Anna Sortino

5.0

A touching and nuanced peek into the lives of two teenagers navigating the world with disabilities. As someone with a chronic illness similar to Jackson's, I found it extremely relatable and overwhelming (in a good way) to see his experiences and thoughts on the page leading up to and following his diagnosis. While this is a super sweet romance story at heart, I also loved seeing the differences in how Ellie and Jackson's families each approach their kid's disability. This novel dives into the real fears, insecurities, and frustrations living disabled in a world not built for you, and the importance of support systems and friendships through difficult times. On the Bright Side is absolutely beautiful in spirit, and full of emotion.
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