A review by 1librarianspath
And The Stars Were Burning Brightly by Danielle Jawando

5.0

I love that they mention that people grieve differently. I love that they mention anger being an easier emotion to deal with than sadness/pain/grief. I love that they mention the (toxic) idea that boys crying and talking about their feelings is seen as stupid. I love that they mention social media and trolling. I love that the mention the overwhelming feeling of loneliness even when surrounded by people. I love that they mention how badly wrong adults can get things when talking to teens and kids. I love that they mention how difficult it is to manage your emotions as a teenager. I love that they mention how difficult, yet worthwhile, counselling can be. I love that there are supportive, positive male friendships portrayed. I love that that just when I thought the last punch had been thrown, I read the author’s note.

This book may not be aimed at somebody in their thirties...but this person in her thirties thought it was a powerful book.