New Skin

Sarah Wang’s debut novel intertwines horror, crime, and coming-of-age themes to explore the tumultuous relationship between Linli Feng and her disfigured mother, Fanny, who is caught in the dangerous world of illegal beauty procedures and reality TV fame. As Linli navigates her mother's worsening condition and hidden secrets, she is compelled to confront the darker side of the American Dream and the cost of beauty obsession. The story offers a gripping and inventive perspective on identity, obsession, and societal obsession.