Ugly Wonderful Things: A Novel

• An award-winning novel that captivated readers and critics alike, "All the Ugly and Wonderful Things" by Bryn Greenwood, was named a New York Times and USA Today bestseller. It was also honored as the Book of the Month Club 2016 Book of the Year and received second place in the Goodreads Best Fiction of 2016 category.

• This poignant and thought-provoking tale delves into the unlikely love story between two individuals amidst the gritty backdrop of a Midwestern meth lab. Wavy, the daughter of a drug dealer, has learned early on not to trust anyone, not even her own parents. In a bid to protect herself and her younger brother, Donal, Wavy remains silent and invisible, taking on the role of the responsible adult in their dysfunctional family.

• Finding solace in the beauty of the night sky and the constellations above her home, Wavy's world is forever changed when she witnesses a motorcycle accident one fateful evening. Forming an unexpected connection with Kellen, a former convict and associate of her father's, Wavy begins to see a different side to the world around her. Despite their age difference, their bond grows stronger as Wavy navigates the challenges of adolescence in a world filled with addiction and turmoil.

• However, when tragedy strikes and Wavy's family is torn apart, outside forces begin to question the nature of her relationship with Kellen. What was once a source of comfort and understanding to Wavy is now viewed through a lens of judgment and scrutiny by society. "All the Ugly and Wonderful Things" is a gripping and unforgettable novel that challenges conventional notions of love and morality.

• Praised as one of the top reads of the summer by Bustle and the New York Daily News, and featured in the Best Books of 2016 by the St. Louis Post Dispatch, this groundbreaking novel by Bryn Greenwood is a must-read for those who seek a story that pushes boundaries and explores the complexities of human relationships.

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