by James Frey
First published 2008
In the sprawling city of Los Angeles, a diverse cast of characters struggle to survive on the fringes. A young Mexican-American woman confronts a shattering humiliation. An aging alcoholic's life is upended by a troubled teen. A pair of runaways fight to make it on their own. Through their dramatic, interwoven stories, Frey illuminates the joys, horrors, and unexpected moments that define a culture and an age. Unflinching and utterly original, Bright Shiny Morning is a dazzling tour de force.
Genres: fiction, literary-fiction, contemporary, urban
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, slice-of-life
Setting: Los Angeles (Calif.)
501 pages · Hardcover · Harper