Pink Mountain on Locust Island

Fifteen-year-old Monk's quiet life in Chinatown is upended when she meets high school senior Santa Coy, but her world shifts further as her father becomes captivated by Santa Coy’s artwork, leading to unexpected schemes. Navigating a series of strange assignments, unusual locations, and faintly shady connections, Monk is caught in a tense and surreal environment. Jamie Marina Lau's debut novel blends philosophical themes with a hazily surreal tone, exploring complex emotions and darker undercurrents.