We Are Okay
What's it about
Have you ever felt so overwhelmed by grief that you just wanted to run away and start over? This summary explores the crushing weight of loss and the quiet courage it takes to face the past, showing you a path toward healing, even when it feels impossible. You'll follow Marin, a college freshman who has completely cut herself off from everyone she knows after a devastating tragedy. Discover how a visit from her best friend, Mabel, forces Marin to confront the painful secrets she’s been hiding and learn why embracing our most difficult truths is the only way we can truly be okay.
Meet the author
Nina LaCour is the Michael L. Printz Award-winning and nationally bestselling author of We Are Okay, celebrated for her poignant explorations of grief, love, and identity. A former high school English teacher and a graduate of the Mills College MFA program, LaCour draws from her deep understanding of adolescent emotion to craft stories that resonate with profound authenticity. Her work provides a gentle, honest space for young adults to navigate the complexities of growing up and finding their place in the world.
What's it about
Have you ever felt so overwhelmed by grief that you just wanted to run away and start over? This summary explores the crushing weight of loss and the quiet courage it takes to face the past, showing you a path toward healing, even when it feels impossible. You'll follow Marin, a college freshman who has completely cut herself off from everyone she knows after a devastating tragedy. Discover how a visit from her best friend, Mabel, forces Marin to confront the painful secrets she’s been hiding and learn why embracing our most difficult truths is the only way we can truly be okay.
Meet the author
Nina LaCour is the Michael L. Printz Award-winning and nationally bestselling author of We Are Okay, celebrated for her poignant explorations of grief, love, and identity. A former high school English teacher and a graduate of the Mills College MFA program, LaCour draws from her deep understanding of adolescent emotion to craft stories that resonate with profound authenticity. Her work provides a gentle, honest space for young adults to navigate the complexities of growing up and finding their place in the world.
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