First Day on Earth

In this thought-provoking novel, Mal navigates the fringes of high school, grappling with feelings of anger and misunderstanding while harboring a complicated love for the idea of the world around him. His life takes an unexpected turn when he meets Hooper, a mysterious figure who claims to be from another planet and hints at an imminent return home. Through their connection, the story explores themes of alienation and the search for belonging in an unfamiliar world.