Great mental health representation in this book about a girl who works at her family's diner, who suffers from anxiety, while watching her own father deal with depression. At its heart, this is a story about family, friendship, and being there for the ones you love. It's also about bullies and finding your passion. The main story takes place in a single day which is always fun to read (there are some flashbacks and an epilogue to wrap things up). Really enjoyed seeing the friendships between the kids develop, and also standing up to bullies. And I really appreciate the in-depth portrayal of anxiety and depression covered here.

Lots of quirky touches and a small-town feel make this one feel incredibly cozy and warm. Recommended for ages 9+ as there are mature themes and it takes a bit to get into the story.