Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
307
Language
English
Published
Jul 4, 2017
Publisher
Ecco
ISBN-10
0062280554
ISBN-13
9780062280558
Description
Hazel finds herself navigating the unsettling dynamics of her new life in a trailer park for senior citizens. Living with her father and his unusual companion, Diane—a lifelike sex doll—Hazel grapples with the absurdity of her surroundings. This strange setup quickly reveals the unexpected challenges of family, love, and the pursuit of self-identity in a world that often feels alien.
As the days unfold, Hazel interacts with her elderly neighbors, each with a story that colors her perception of aging and love. Their quirks and experiences force her to confront her own feelings of isolation and desperation. She learns that connections can form in the most unlikely places, even amidst the hum of small-town life.
Amidst the humor and discomfort, there’s a deeper exploration of the nature of love—how it evolves, how it can be shaped by circumstance, and what it means to truly belong. Hazel's journey highlights the absurdity and beauty of human relationships, taking readers on a poignant and often hilarious ride through the intricacies of family and companionship.
As the days unfold, Hazel interacts with her elderly neighbors, each with a story that colors her perception of aging and love. Their quirks and experiences force her to confront her own feelings of isolation and desperation. She learns that connections can form in the most unlikely places, even amidst the hum of small-town life.
Amidst the humor and discomfort, there’s a deeper exploration of the nature of love—how it evolves, how it can be shaped by circumstance, and what it means to truly belong. Hazel's journey highlights the absurdity and beauty of human relationships, taking readers on a poignant and often hilarious ride through the intricacies of family and companionship.