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This author consistently tackles diagnoses that are misunderstood with great insight and empathy. It was a tricky read for me since it triggered a lot of my family trauma. And it made me appreciate that my own DNA cocktail only includes depression. The manic episodes in the novel are unsettling - I’ve only witnessed mania from the outside but I feel the author accurately captures the chaos. Bipolar disorder impacts not only the individual but their family, friends, workplace. On a lesser note we also learn about amateur stand up comedy which seems like an odd choice but does give a welcome break from the emotional heaviness. Channeling bipolar energy into creative outlets and performances happens more than most people realize. If you know, you know. Proceed with caution if this is triggering for you.