Is this a cry for help?
From a sales list, or e–book recommendation list. Not sure.
Palate cleanser between thrillers?
Existential angst in our post-modern world? Take a generation that has survived three or four “end-of-the-world” scenarios in a lifetime, what does that foment?
“Gay women know something, this secret, that dissolves some of the toxic, oppressive lens girls are taught to see the world through. The truth is that everyone is actually very beautiful.” Page 23
The center part of the story is a gay relationship. However, I’ll be the first, jump in here, the sentiments, the feelings transcend gender or similar bias. Get over it.
“There are some parts to life that we have to face on our own. When you have a partner, sometimes you can develop codependence, and find yourself operating in the world as if you are half of something. I’m not half of anything.” Page 97.
Using the term “transcendent” is worrisome, as it might be misconstrued as other forms of “transcendent.” Nope. Rise up. We all need to rise above petty squabbles; the feelings are real enough.
It explores grief and guilt, intertwined with modern trappings, and current events, with a library and what is our human function?
