Kept Animals

In this highly anticipated debut novel, "Kept Animals," set in 1993 Topanga Canyon, California, we follow Rory Ramos, a ranch hand entangled in a world of desire, betrayal, and loss. Her life intersects with that of twins June and Wade Fisk and the glamorous Vivian Price after Rory’s stepfather is involved in a tragic accident. As Rory explores her identity through photography and competitive riding, their relationships intensify, culminating in a devastating forest fire that alters their lives forever. Narrated by Rory’s daughter Charlie years later, this captivating story examines themes of class, desire, and coming-of-age amidst the backdrop of a parched landscape.