Going Bicoastal
Going Bicoastal by Dahlia Adler is a young adult fiction novel published by St. Martin’s Publishing Group on June 13, 2023. This 336-page book presents a unique narrative structure where the protagonist, Natalya Fox, faces a pivotal decision between spending her summer in New York City with her father and the girl she has long desired, or in Los Angeles with her estranged mother and an unexpected romantic interest. The story unfolds through alternating timelines, showcasing the complexities of family dynamics and personal growth.
Readers will find a blend of romance and humor as Natalya navigates her relationships and contemplates her future. The book explores themes of family, love, and self-discovery within the framework of a romantic comedy. As Natalya grapples with her choices, she embarks on two distinct journeys that highlight the challenges of reconciling her past with her aspirations. This edition is presented in English and offers a thoughtful exploration of LGBTQ themes, making it a relevant addition to contemporary young adult literature.
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A SYDNEY TAYLOR BOOK AWARD MEDALIST
“This is what it looks like when a brilliant high concept is executed to perfection. It’s got all the Dahlia Adler trademarks—romance, wry humor, specificity, and genuine emotional depth.” – Becky Albertalli, New York Times bestselling author of Kate in Waiting and Simon vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda
A queer Sliding Doors YA rom-com in which a girl must choose between summer in NYC with her dad (and the girl she’s always wanted) or LA with her estranged mom (and the guy she never saw coming).
In Dahlia Adler’s Going Bicoastal, there’s more than one path to happily ever after.
Natalya Fox has twenty-four hours to make the biggest choice of her life: stay home in NYC for the summer with her dad (and finally screw up the courage to talk to the girl she’s been crushing on), or spend it with her basically estranged mom in LA (knowing this is the best chance she has to fix their relationship, if she even wants to.) (Does she want to?)
How’s a girl supposed to choose?
She can’t, and so both summers play out in alternating timelines – one in which Natalya explores the city, tries to repair things with her mom, works on figuring out her future, and goes for the girl she’s always wanted. And one in which Natalya explores the city, tries to repair things with her mom, works on figuring out her future, and goes for the guy she never saw coming.
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