Everyone Knows How Much I Love You
by: Kyle McCarthy
On Sale 6/23/2020
Talk about self-destruction! Rose is probably one of the most annoying characters I’ve ever met. As soon as I’d start to sympathize or relate to her, she’d do something RIDICULOUS and piss me off again.
This book has a lot going on, though. Coming of age, sexuality, feminism, Art, romance & friendships (both twisted & sweet). I liked all the flashes to Rose & Lacie’s youth in the 90’s, all the descriptions of New York neighborhoods, and all the references to art whether it be writing, theater, or weaving. I liked the bits of mystery always keeping me on my toes. I really liked Lacie- her traditions and go-with-the-flow attitude. McCarthy’s writing made me genuinely FEEL Lacie trying to navigate the landmines of her friendships- especially the toxicity of Rose.
This book is a great example of perception- how two people can experience the same youth and remember it so differently... feel so oppositely in the middle of it.
I’d recommend this to artists, fans of coming-of-age stories, and those interested in sexuality & feminism. A unique read.
