Those We Do Not See by Angie Gallion is a gut-wrenching but heartfelt story. Britany "Brit" Adams begins a rapid downward spiral after she’s involved in an accident that results in a fatality. Within weeks, she loses her home, job, and dignity. Struggling with guilt and living on the streets, she is plunged into a gritty world filled with danger and despair.

While investigating the crash, Officer Cliff Rathborn never dreamed of being the last person to speak to Brits before a missing person report was filed. While assisting in the search for Britany, Cliff realizes he has not dealt with his own mother’s disappearance when he was a child.

The overarching message in this story was not being seen, and it really is true. People down on their luck, homeless, etc., are truly not seen. As Brit stated, a person cannot get a job if they don't have an address, and they can't open a bank account.

The story is about the personal growth of the main characters, Brit and Officer Rathborn, as both have experienced trauma and tragedy. The story explores various relationships and the effects of mental illness and addiction, as well as needing a break and someone to see the other person.

Those We Do Not See is a powerful story that reminds us to see each other, not judge what anyone is going through, and to treat others as we would want to be treated.

I thought the ending was quite powerful, and I highly recommend reading this book.

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"Those We Do Not See" has a synopsis that does the book justice. You know when you begin that the protagonist is in for a dark journey downward, and Gallion draws you in with tenderness for her characters even at their worst moments. The story is at times hard to read, but compels you to finish and hope for redemption. Its gritty and raw tone reminded me "Rabbit Hole" by Kate Brody. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.
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