I wouldn't say I loved this as much as We Are Okay but those are very big shoes to fill. I connected a lot more to the characters in We Are Okay and related more to the content, so I think that pretty much explains their major differences in my heart.

With that said, Watch Over Me is a very beautiful book that I'm so glad I picked up. Nina LaCour simply has a wonderful way with words and her stories are so powerful and moving. I especially loved the symbolism throughout the books, with ghosts and houses and jewelry. The idea of choosing your family, accepting something instead of being accepted, is such an important message.

This is, honestly, a more uplifting story than We Are Okay was, but both are very heavy in their own way. I left this one with a small smile though, instead of eyes filled with tears. I highly recommend reading this one!!

-Book Hugger