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Dark But Also Sweet

Everyone In This Room Will Someday Be Dead by Emily Austin

August 4, 2026 by ASKReviews 1 Comment

Rating: 4 Stars In a nutshell: Gilda is anxious. Or maybe depressed? Or perhaps having a heart attack? She’s definitely unemployed and needs a job. So why not a Catholic church receptionist? Perfect for a gay atheist. Best for: Those who liked books like “Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine” Quote that made me think: “I am smiling despite it. I am presenting as happy because people prefer that.” “I find it so bizarre that I occupy space, and that I am seen by other people.” […]

Filed Under: Fiction Tagged With: Books, cbr18, Emily Austin

ASKReviews's CBR18 Review No:24 · Genres: Fiction · Tags: Books, cbr18, Emily Austin ·
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