How to Set a Fire and Why A Novel
How to Set a Fire and Why A Novel by Jesse Ball is a reprint edition published by Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group on June 13, 2017. This 304-page novel is presented in English and follows the life of Lucia Stanton, a young girl grappling with her father’s death and her mother’s mental health struggles. Living with her aunt in a makeshift bedroom, Lucia navigates her turbulent world armed only with a book, a lighter, and stolen licorice, while adhering to her personal rule of pride in her actions.
Readers will find an exploration of Lucia’s journey as she discovers a secret Arson Club at her school, igniting her desire for belonging and adventure. The narrative delves into themes of coming of age and psychological challenges, offering a raw and humorous perspective on her life. With its literary style, this novel captures the essence of youthful rebellion and the complexities of growing up in difficult circumstances.
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“Ball has created a voice that echoes the beloved narrators of J. D. Salinger and John Green. . . . With her tragic past, brilliant mind and subversive potential, Lucia could be thought of as a young Lisbeth Salander, or a high-IQ, antiheroic Katniss Everdeen, but with a better sense of humor.” —Newsday
Lucia Stanton’s father is dead, her mother is in a mental hospital, and she’s recently been kicked out of school—again. Living with her aunt in a garage-turned-bedroom, and armed with only a book, a Zippo lighter, and a pocketful of stolen licorice, she spends her days riding the bus to visit her mom and following the only rule that makes any sense: Don’t do things you aren’t proud of.
When Lucia discovers that her school has a secret Arson Club, her life is suddenly lit up; she’ll do anything to join. Edgy, raw, and hilarious, How to Set a Fire and Why is a thrilling story about growing up the hard way.
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