A review by mollyq18
Manhattan Beach by Jennifer Egan

4.0

Manhattan Beach was a book I had seen circling around because Jennifer Egan also wrote A Visit from the Goon Squad (a book I have not read- does anyone recommend?). But this historical fiction novel was an instant love for me! Anna Kerrigan is a feminist, thrill-seeking, brave girl who speaks her mind no matter the consequences. I read this book over Christmas 2019 and LOVED the adventure of it all! You get a peak into every style of life during WWII- working class, New York royalty, and underground businesses. Anna navigates it all! All while becoming the first ever woman diver! Y’all just have to read this one.