320 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780374604059
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: MCD
Publication date: 21 February 2023
Description
A stunning debut novel following the turbulent relationship of a Black, biracial teen and her ferocious Russian mother, struggling to survive in the California desert.When sixteen-year-old Lara and her fiery mother, Yevgenia, find themselves homel...
Community Reviews Summary of 5 reviews
Moods
reflective 75%
challenging 50%
dark 50%
sad 50%
funny 25%
tense 25%
Pace
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 66% | A mix: 33%Strong character development?
Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 100%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 100%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Alcoholism, Physical abuse, RacismModerate
Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Drug abuse
320 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780374604059
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: MCD
Publication date: 21 February 2023
Description
A stunning debut novel following the turbulent relationship of a Black, biracial teen and her ferocious Russian mother, struggling to survive in the California desert.When sixteen-year-old Lara and her fiery mother, Yevgenia, find themselves homel...
Community Reviews Summary of 5 reviews
Moods
reflective 75%
challenging 50%
dark 50%
sad 50%
funny 25%
tense 25%
Pace
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 66% | A mix: 33%Strong character development?
Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 100%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 100%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Alcoholism, Physical abuse, RacismModerate
Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Drug abuse