![]() ![]() In the present, it is December in New York. This information is revealed in flashbacks, allowing the powerful metaphor of contrasting weather to represent Marin’s shattered psyche. Why she refused support from her close-knit community and fled across the country. For such a short book, it packs a punch.Īt the core is the mystery of why Marin left so abruptly. While we chart Marin’s very slow acceptance of her grandfather’s death, we also grapple with the crumbled friendship with best friend, Mabel, and the burgeoning one with Hannah. ‘We Are Okay’ is an exploration of grief. The bed pushed up against a teal ocean reflects the protagonist’s tumultuous mindset and the feelings of insecurity and confusion she experiences. Nina LaCour’s latest novel, ‘We Are Okay’ has a stunning cover that will likely draw readers’ eyes for a second look. ![]() ![]() TMBĬlick on title links or cover images to purchase. ![]() Thoughtful, trustworthy book reviews are the backbone of Children’s Books Daily and TMB is working hard to keep them coming for you! Today, Trisha Buckley from Trish Talks Text, who Megan describes as ‘the best YA reviewer in the business’, reviews the latest book by author Nina LaCour. ![]()
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