Rust

In Rust, narrated by Kelly Pekar, a young woman's debut memoir explores her return to her conservative hometown to work in a local steel mill, a place she longed to escape. As Eliese—known as #6691—grapples with her roots and the realities of life in an economically struggling region, she uncovers unexpected warmth and camaraderie among her fellow workers. This poignant reflection on her Rust Belt childhood reveals the complexity of belonging and the resilience of the human spirit in challenging environments. The audiobook also includes a bonus conversation with the author.