First published 1990
Carrie Fisher's acclaimed novel follows Dinah Kaufman, a successful actress struggling with her mother's recent death and a complicated romantic history. Dinah's quest to "surrender the pink" - let go of her longtime boyfriend - leads her on a hilarious, poignant journey of self-discovery. From Hollywood parties to family funerals, Dinah navigates a world of outsize personalities, unresolved grief, and her own yearning for connection. Tender yet unflinching, "Surrender the Pink" is a witty, moving portrait of an artist searching for love and wholeness.
Genres: fiction, romance, literary-fiction, contemporary
Vibes: emotional, intimate, poignant
Tropes: coming-of-age, family-secrets
287 pages · Paperback