Description

In the vibrant, tumultuous landscape of 1960s Los Angeles, a young woman named Josie navigates the intoxicating world of beat poets and artists following a devastating loss. Drawn into a bohemian circle, she finds herself captivated by a charismatic, older artist and his enigmatic wife, embarking on a passionate and perilous journey of self-discovery. This novel explores the intoxicating allure of artistic rebellion, the complexities of love and obsession, and the profound search for identity amidst a culture in flux. Janet Fitch masterfully crafts a story that is both a tender coming-of-age tale and a searing examination of the destructive forces that can shape a life.

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Little Brown

Published Jan 1, 2006

387 pages

ISBN: 9780316182744

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Details

First Published

2006

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Paint it Black by Janet Fitch.

Death/Grief
Substance Use
Suicide/Self-Harm