We Contain Multitudes
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2019
377
Novel • Fiction
Minneapolis, Minnesota • Contemporary
2019
YA
14-18 years
HL830L
We Contain Multitudes by Sarah Henstra is an epistolary novel where two high school students, Jonathan and Adam, develop a deep friendship through letters. Their correspondence explores personal struggles, family dynamics, and identity, eventually leading to profound self-discovery and mutual understanding. The story highlights the impact of connection and communication on personal growth.
Romantic
Emotional
Bittersweet
Heartwarming
Melancholic
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We Contain Multitudes by Sarah Henstra is widely praised for its tender exploration of identity, love, and resilience through an epistolary format. The emotional depth and character development resonate well with readers. However, some critique the pacing and predictability of the plot. Overall, it is celebrated for its heartfelt and nuanced portrayal of teenage relationships.
A reader who enjoys We Contain Multitudes by Sarah Henstra would appreciate heartfelt LGBTQ+ stories, epistolary novels, and themes of self-discovery. Fans of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli and Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz would be similarly captivated.
9,588 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
377
Novel • Fiction
Minneapolis, Minnesota • Contemporary
2019
YA
14-18 years
HL830L
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