As the Vietnam War rages on, teenage Laila is swept up in 1960s counterculture — and soon finds herself drawn into a destructive relationship. Decades later, an old friend’s death forces her to confront long-buried secrets… An “exciting tale of past crimes and dangerous friendships” (Kirkus Reviews).
This indelible novel of family, love, and isolation follows Ben, a man inextricably drawn to his father’s new wife. As secrets are told and promises are broken, this story blends artful language with a profound understanding of the human condition.
