Lonely Crowds

This evocative novel follows Ruth, whose life is forever changed after witnessing a girl and her aunt being turned away for a school uniform, sparking a profound friendship with Maria. As they grow up together and pursue their dreams in 1990s New York, their bond is tested by ambition, rivalry, and the complexities of their evolving relationship. A richly plotted story of connection and competition, it culminates in a powerful and decisive confrontation.