Award-nominated for the 2022 National Book Award, ensuring literary recognition and quality
Original debut by a new voice, providing fresh and unique storytelling
Richly detailed portrayal of immigrant and queer experiences in contemporary America for deep social insight
Engaging prose and nuanced characters for a moving and thought-provoking read
Includes starred reviews from major publications, enhancing its literary standing
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2022 NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST ONE OF THE LOS ANGELES TIMES'TOP 5 FICTION BOOKS OF THE YEAR ONE OF TIME AND SLATE'S TOP 10 BOOKS OF THE YEAR
Named one of the BEST BOOKS OF 2022 by NPR, Vogue, Vulture, BuzzFeed, Harper's Bazaar, and more
" One of the buzziest, most human novels of the year...breathless, dizzying, and completely be
