The Words We Keep

The Words We Keep is a raw, relatable story of mental illness, romance, and the power of love. It follows Lily, who finds her sister Alice hurting herself two months ago, and is struggling to outrun her compulsive thoughts. She meets Micah, a guy with a troubled past, and embarks on a poetry project that helps her to see that the words she's been holding back want to break through.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 17 March 2022
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

A captivating and relatable tale that delves into the complexities of mental health, the transformative power of friendship, and the healing essence of art. This literary masterpiece is a must-read for fans of Kathleen Glasgow's Girl in Pieces and Jennifer Niven's All the Bright Places.

"Gorgeous and deeply touching." – Kathleen Glasgow, New York Times bestselling author of Girl in Pieces and You'd Be Home Now.

"Wild, beautiful, and free." The Words We Keep is a poetic page-turner. A raw, relatable story of mental illness, romance, and the power of love.

"It's been two months since the Night on the Bathroom Floor – when Lily found her sister, Alice, hurting herself. Now Alice is coming home after treatment, and it's getting harder for Lily to outrun the compulsive thoughts she's having."

Meeting Micah, a guy with a troubled past of his own, the pair embark on a poetry project that helps Lily to see that the words she's been holding back, desperately want to break through. But what will Micah think if he finds out who she really is?

"A sprawling, engrossing read." – Kirkus Reviews.

"A luminous exploration into the restorative power of love and art." – Jeff Zentner, Morris Award-winning author of In the Wild Light.

Weight: 278g
Dimension: 153 x 293 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781471184512