melina marchetta upstaging herself once again. truly one of my favorite authors ever!

highlighting the power of community and the intricate process of belongingness is so deeply woven into this book. every family has its own history and nuances, and you get to see it unravel as bish (the main character) explores himself too. state neglect, racism, and injustice are themes that contain these histories together. 

def a fave book for this year!