We Are Okay received starred reviews from Booklist,[1] Kirkus,[2] Publishers Weekly,[3] Shelf Awareness, and School Library Journal,[4] as well as a positive review from Horn Book Guide.

"[1] The Washington Post named it one of nine influential young adult novels over the past 50 years, placing it alongside Harry Potter, The Outsiders, and The Hunger Games.

[8] The Boston Globe,[9]Publishers Weekly,[10] and Seventeen[11] named it one of the best books of the year.

The audiobook, narrated by Jorjeana Marie, received a starred review from School Library Journal, who stated that Marie "conveys the depth of Marin's moodiness, introspection, and confusion... [A]s Marin grows stronger, so does Marie's voice for her.

"[4] Booklist also provided a positive review, noting that "Marie’s heartfelt reading enlivens the story and wrings meaning out of each word.