10 Things I Can See From Here
10 Things I Can See From Here by Carrie Mac, published by Random House Children’s Books on February 28, 2017, is a young adult fiction novel that explores themes of anxiety, LGBTQ identity, and romance. The story follows Maeve, a teenager grappling with severe anxiety as she navigates her feelings for Salix, a girl who embodies fearlessness. As Maeve faces the challenges of moving to Vancouver to live with her father, she must confront her internal struggles while dealing with her family’s dynamics and her burgeoning relationship.
Readers will find a poignant narrative that delves into Maeve’s experiences with anxiety and the complexities of her life, including her father’s sobriety and her stepmother’s pregnancy. The book presents a realistic portrayal of a young person’s journey through emotional turmoil and the search for connection amidst chaos. With a page count of 320, this edition offers a thoughtful exploration of social themes relevant to today’s youth, making it a significant addition to the young adult genre.
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Perfect for fans of John Green’s Turtles All the Way Down and Nina LaCour’s We Are Okay, this is the poignant and uplifting story of Maeve, who is dealing with anxiety while falling in love with a girl who is not afraid of anything.
Think positive.
Don’t worry; be happy.
Keep calm and carry on.
Maeve has heard it all before. She’s been struggling with severe anxiety for a long time, and as much as she wishes it was something she could just talk herself out of, it’s not. She constantly imagines the worst, composes obituaries in her head, and is always ready for things to fall apart. To add to her troubles, her mom—the only one who really gets what Maeve goes through—is leaving for six months, so Maeve will be sent to live with her dad in Vancouver.
Vancouver brings a slew of new worries, but Maeve finds brief moments of calm (as well as even more worries) with Salix, a local girl who doesn’t seem to worry about anything. Between her dad’s wavering sobriety, her very pregnant stepmom insisting on a home birth, and her bumbling courtship with Salix, this summer brings more catastrophes than even Maeve could have foreseen. Will she be able to navigate through all the chaos to be there for the people she loves?
An ALA Rainbow Book List selection
A Bank Street Best Book of the Year
“With Maeve, Mac delivers a character who’s heartwarmingly real and sympathetic, and her story provides a much needed mirror for anxious queer girls everywhere.”—Kirkus, Starred review
“This is a good companion book for other anxiety-riddled stories, such as The Shattering by Karen Healey, and Finding Audrey by Sophie Kinsella.”—Booklist
“This hopeful offering will resonate with young people for their own lives, even if the journey is hard and takes time and patience…[a] compelling portrait of a teen’s experiences with anxiety and challenging family dynamics.”–SLJ
“Mac carefully makes clear that Maeve is plenty able to find joy other places than the perfect girl and that she’s working at dealing with her own problems; the romance is therefore lovely and cozy and free from overtones of dependency. The descriptions of anxiety are true and powerful, and romance buffs will likely revel in a book celebrating deep connection.”—The Bulletin
“Mac is good at showing how a dread-filled mind works… [An] affecting story.”—Publishers Weekly
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