Romy Hall has been sentenced to two consecutive life terms at Stanville Women’s Correctional Facility after killing her stalker. Inside, she navigates a harsh world where survival depends on resourcefulness and alliances. Outside the prison walls, her past includes her son, Jackson, and her former life as a dancer at The Mars Room strip club in San Francisco. As Romy confronts her new reality, news from beyond challenges her perception of destiny.

Why You Should Read?

• Explores the complex realities of incarceration and the American justice system.
• Offers a character-driven narrative following Romy Hall's experiences and inner world.
• Provides a stark, unvarnished look into life within a women's correctional facility.
• Showcases Rachel Kushner's distinctive literary voice and powerful storytelling.