by Patti Smith
First published 2010
Patti Smith, a young bohemian dreamer, arrives in New York City with nothing but her guitar. She finds a kindred spirit in Robert Mapplethorpe, a provocative photographer on the cusp of fame. Together, they navigate the gritty, electrifying world of the Chelsea Hotel and the downtown art scene, pursuing their passions and forging an unbreakable bond. As their careers take off, their lives become intertwined in profound and surprising ways.
Genres: art, friendship, 20th-century, coming-of-age, biography-memoir, 21st-century
Vibes: emotional, intimate, lyrical
Tropes: found-family, friends-to-lovers
Setting: New York (N.Y.), New York (State), United States
Period: 20th century
320 pages · Paperback · Ecco