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The Words We Keep by Erin Stewart
4.0
dark emotional informative sad tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

As someone who has anxiety, this book was both stressful and helpful. Stressful because it was like the author was in my head at times, and helpful because it's a reminder you aren't alone.  Lily has been trying to be "the good one" since her mother died ten years ago, and even more since The Night in the Bathroom. The voices in her head beat her up, and she picks at her skin, but she won't show it to anyone. Eventually (as you know it must) it all catches up to her. The addition of a high school forum that has anonymous comments gives the feel of social media without dating the book. I do wish the bully had gotten his comeuppance though. 

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