I wasn't sure what to expect from this new series from Lacey London. I enjoyed her Clara Andrews series, so I knew I'd like her characters.
What I wasn't expecting was how spot on her descriptions of anxiety, depression and panic attacks were going to be. It's a rare treat when an author tackles serious subjects without sounding preachy or glossing over the issue.
Sadie Valentine seems to have it all, friends, looks, a fabulous apartment and a career as an artist. We aren't too concerned to learn Sadie is trying to bounce back after a failed relationship by playing the field.
When her eating and sleep patterns start to change and her personal hygiene suffers, some people are quick to whisper about her behind her back while others mock her to her face.
As her life proceeds to unravel, Sadie learns who her real friends are and she has to confront some long standing unresolved issues with her mother.
I love that Mr. Right never swoops in to save Sadie from herself. She gets support from her best friend who actually takes the time to learn about anxiety and depression and encourages her to take charge of her own recovery.
Recovery not cure - this distinction is vital for Sadie to understand and important for anyone suffering from anxiety.
And, there is no quick fix. Though many people benefit from medication to help control some aspects of their anxiety or depression, there is no magic pill or cure. Sadie learns what her triggers are and how to minimize them if she can’t avoid them.
I can't wait to see where recovery takes Sadie next.
Lacey London’s books are available exclusively on Amazon in Ebook and paperback.
The Clara Andrews Series includes:
Meet Clara Andrews
Clara Meets the Parents
Meet Clara Morgan
Clara at Christmas
Meet Baby Morgan
Clara in the Caribbean
Clara in America
Clara in the Middle
Clara Bounces Back
Clara’s Last Christmas
Clara’s Greek Adventure
The Anxiety Girl Series Includes:
Anxiety Girl
Anxiety Girl Falls Again
Anxiety Girl Breaks Free
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Author’s photo and book jacket images taken from her website.