All the Ugly and Wonderful Things
A Novel
What's it about
Can a love story be both deeply disturbing and undeniably beautiful? Get ready to explore a controversial and unforgettable relationship that challenges every notion you have about love, family, and survival. This is the story of Wavy, a young girl neglected by her meth-addicted parents, and Kellen, the tattooed ex-con who becomes her unlikely protector. You'll discover how their complex bond blossoms amidst the chaos of a criminal underworld. This summary unpacks the provocative questions the novel raises about consent, societal judgment, and the desperate search for connection in the most broken of places. Prepare to confront the ugly, embrace the wonderful, and question everything you thought you knew about right and wrong.
Meet the author
Bryn Greenwood is a fourth-generation Kansan from a family of impoverished dairy farmers and factory workers, whose background deeply informs her award-winning, New York Times bestselling fiction. Her writing explores the complexities of unconventional love and the lives of those on the margins of society. Narrator Jorjeana Marie is an award-winning actress and author whose performance brings a profound and sensitive voice to this powerful and controversial story, earning her an Audie Award nomination.
The Script
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