Mary Heim

They are making their own way, paving their own paths.

They're really accountable to and for their actions.

So you're not getting like, you're not really feeling that your prefrontal cortex isn't developed yet vibes.

So I do think that this one would work for you.

And I think for so many readers, and I know that there is the beloved Studio Ghibli adaptation that I think will be on my radar now to watch.

And it's one that I could absolutely see myself reading with my daughter as she gets older.

And I think it absolutely has earned its spot on my permanent shelf.

It was such a delightful surprise.

Feels like I discovered it, right?

But a surprise for me that I think it really met my expectations.

That sounds wonderful.

Yeah.

This is why it pays to have bookish friends.

Because not only do I trust your taste implicitly, Meredith, but you, I know, I feel like I can confidently say, hey, I think that you will really enjoy this one when you tell me, hey, Mary, I think this one will fit right kind of in the sweet spot for you.

And not only do I wholeheartedly agree with you after hearing that setup, but that I can trust that I'm going to grab it and just...

It's not going to be a super high barrier for me to get to the enjoyment and what I love.

And I wholeheartedly agree with you that I am finding such a benefit in keeping those shorter, more accessible, like you said, not vapid, you know, or super fluffy, still smart and enjoyable.

But that is the perfect thing to get me out of a slump.

And I am so ready to stash this one away for the perfect moment.

I can't wait to read it.