This Is War is the debut studio album by American actress and singer-songwriter Emily Kinney, and counts as her third major release overall following the EPs Blue Toothbrush and Expired Love and its subsequent re-release.

[1] "This Is War" received very positive reviews from critics, who praised its songwriting.

The type of album with such a positive attitude that one cannot help but feel happier after listening to it.

"[2] Katja Wahl, from The Clipper called the album "stellar", stating: "It takes a moment, but if you dissect her lyrics it makes you realize “huh, she gets this.” Wahl gave the album five out of five stars.

[3] Vexing Circumstance called the album "perfect", stating: "This Is War is the best of pop music.