Wasteland
Wasteland by Francesca Lia Block, published by Harper Collins on October 12, 2004, is a poignant exploration of love and loss. This 160-page novel delves into the complex relationship between siblings Lex and Marina, whose once carefree bond becomes strained after Lex’s departure. As Marina grapples with the emotional fallout of this profound change, she seeks solace in her friend West, who helps her navigate the challenges of her new reality.
Readers will find a narrative that addresses themes of family, emotions, and the impact of relationships on one’s identity. The story captures Marina’s journey as she confronts her past and strives to reclaim her sense of self amidst the turmoil. With a focus on social themes and the intricacies of feelings, Wasteland offers a reflective look at the consequences of love and the resilience required to heal.
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An exquisite novel about the consequences of who we choose to love.
Lex and his sister, Marina, are inseparable. The air they share has always been light and boundless, but suddenly it’s weighted down. And now Lex is gone. When the one relationship that cradled her turns out to shatter her sense of self, Marina needs her friend West to help put the pieces back together. But Marina won’t feel truly complete until she faces the past that is haunting her.
Highly acclaimed and award–winning author Francesca Lia Block tells the tale of a brother and sister whose loving relationship is too intense for them to bear. With the sensitivity and refinement that Block is known for, she manages to weave together her characters and their lives into this beautiful and thought–provoking tale.
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