72 pages • 2 hours read
Nina LaCourWe Are Okay
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
We Are Okay tells the story of 18-year-old Marin's journey through grief and healing after the disappearance of her grandfather, Gramps. The narrative alternates between Marin’s present life in New York during her first college winter break and her past life in California, revealing the emotional challenges she faces and her path to reconnecting with her friend, Mabel. The book includes themes of mental illness and loss.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
We Are Okay by Nina LaCour is a poignant exploration of grief, friendship, and self-discovery. Reviewers praise its lyrical prose and emotional depth, with strong character development, especially that of protagonist Marin. However, some find the pacing slow. Overall, it's a touching narrative that resonates deeply with readers who appreciate heartfelt stories.
Who Should Read We Are Okay?
A reader who would enjoy We Are Okay by Nina LaCour is likely drawn to introspective, character-driven young adult fiction that explores themes of grief, identity, and healing. Fans of John Green's Looking for Alaska or Jandy Nelson's I'll Give You the Sun will appreciate its emotional depth and lyrical prose.