pickA story about a man struggling with bipolar disorder. It was a heavy read but oh so powerful. It felt so validating to read some of my thoughts in someone else‘s words, though my struggles with depression weren‘t as intense. I cried so many times. But it also made me feel grateful that I‘m making my way to the other side and hopeful because the characters made it too. Highly recommend!
TW: depression, self harm, suicide attempts.
pickA difficult subject handled sensitively and realistically. Heartbreaking to read but also hopeful and funny and warm. I think the Manchester setting and the emphasis on family helps, as well as the alternating first person narrative. Good side characters too, particularly Theo's lesbian best friend.
pickI really thought I'd be disappointed at the second reading but I enjoyed it even more than the 1st time? It was actually one of my top 5 in 2017. N°2.
Love, family, & friend's support are such powerful things when we think we are sinking. This book pictures it perfectly.
Life & love are not perfect but it makes beautiful things. And we have to make up for the bad moment with the best we've had.
TRIGGERS ALERT
Self harm, mental illness & suicide.
Broken | 
