With Teeth

"With Teeth" is a compelling and thought-provoking story that explores the complexities of family, identity, and love through the experiences of Sammie Lucas as she navigates the challenges of motherhood, her relationship with her wife Monika, and her difficult son Samson. Set in Florida, the novel delves into the emotional struggles of raising a resistant teenager and the strains these pressures place on their family dynamic. Praised for its engaging, candid portrayal of queer family life, the book offers a nuanced look at the delicate bonds that hold a family together—and sometimes threaten to tear it apart.