by Kerstin Gier
First published 2008
Carla's life is a mess. Her boyfriend just dumped her, her job is a dead-end, and she can't seem to get anything right. But when a series of increasingly bizarre mishaps start plaguing her, Carla becomes determined to find the solutions. From a runaway dog to a broken washing machine, each new crisis drives her deeper into a spiral of absurd complications. As Carla's attempts to fix her problems only create more problems, she must decide whether to keep fighting or finally let go.
Genres: fiction, humor, contemporary, comedy
Vibes: fast-paced, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Period: 21st-Century
354 pages · Paperback · Amazon Crossing