Description
In Rachel Kushner's gripping novel, Romy Hall finds herself serving two life sentences in a women's prison after a desperate act of self-defense. Navigating the brutal realities of incarceration, she must confront the loss of her child and the dehumanizing conditions of her confinement. As Romy forms unexpected connections and confronts the systemic injustices within the prison walls, she grapples with her past and the uncertain future. This powerful narrative delves into themes of survival, motherhood, and the enduring human spirit in the face of extreme adversity.
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paperback
Penguin Random House
Published Jan 1, 2018
352 pages
ISBN: 9781910702680
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Details
First Published
2018
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Mars Room by Rachel Kushner.