58 pages 1 hour read

Mira T. Lee

Everything Here Is Beautiful

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

Everything Here Is Beautiful by Mira T. Lee follows the lives of two sisters, Miranda and Lucia, as they navigate the complexities of mental illness, family, and self-fulfillment. Miranda grapples with her responsibility towards Lucia, who has schizophrenia, while also pursuing her own life. Lucia's journey involves relationships, motherhood, and a move to Ecuador, culminating in struggles with mental health and personal loss. The story underscores the delicate balance between self-care and familial obligations amidst societal stigmas surrounding mental illness. The novel addresses mental illness, miscarriage, and death sensitively.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Everything Here Is Beautiful by Mira T. Lee is lauded for its poignant depiction of mental illness and complex family dynamics. Reviewers appreciated the emotive storytelling and rich character development. Criticisms include occasional pacing issues and a somewhat disjointed narrative structure. Overall, it's praised for its heartfelt and thought-provoking narrative.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Everything Here Is Beautiful?

Readers who cherish deep, emotional narratives like The Immortalists by Chloe Benjamin or The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold will find Everything Here Is Beautiful riveting. Ideal for those who appreciate complex familial dynamics and mental health themes woven with cultural richness and tender prose.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Realistic Fiction

Modern Classic Fiction

Topics

Mental Illness

Themes

Identity: Mental Health

Relationships: Family

Society: Immigration