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White Oleander

Pages
384
Published
1999
Language
English

Synopsis

Ingrid, a poet of immense talent, finds herself imprisoned for murder, leaving her daughter Astrid to navigate the harsh realities of the Los Angeles foster care system. Each new home presents its own set of challenges and dangers, forcing Astrid to grow and discover who she is amidst the turmoil. This is a powerful story about resilience and the search for identity.

How it reads

Prose complexity 7/10
Content warnings (3)
TraumaAbuseDeath Of A Parent

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