Like other readers who have left reviews, I am a fan of Lisa Scottoline, the mother (and often co-author) of Francesca Serritella. Because I enjoy Lisa's novels so much, I was excited to read this first novel written by her daughter. I chose to listen to the book, and it was an incredible ride!!! Such a rich examination of issues of family, suicide, mental health, challenges of attending an Ivy, and challenges of youth redefining their relationships with their parents. And in addition, a very well researched, multi-faceted and thrilling story line that explored so many universal and idiosyncratic human emotions, all effectively developed and attached to thoroughly developed characters. Many congrats Ms. Serritella, I shall be watching for your next novel!
PS I very much appreciate the additional facts in the epilogue, having studied and worked on racism for quite some time and having attended Harvard as a midcareer student and being overwhelmed by the unexamined race privilege imbued throughout. Again, many thanks!