Description

In this poignant coming-of-age novel, a young woman named Elizabeth is left to navigate single motherhood after the sudden death of her husband. Faced with her own struggles with grief and alcoholism, she finds an unexpected source of strength in her precocious four-year-old daughter, Rosie. As Elizabeth grapples with rebuilding their lives, it is Rosie's resilience and wisdom that ultimately help guide them both. This deeply honest and compassionate story explores themes of loss, addiction, and the profound bonds of family, showcasing Lamott's signature blend of humor and heartfelt insight.

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Viking Press

Published Jan 1, 1983

275 pages

ISBN: 0670608289

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First Published

1983

Language

eng

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