Waiting on a Friend

Set in 1984 in New York City's East Village, Waiting on a Friend follows Renata, a young woman with the ability to see ghosts, as she navigates love, loss, and community amid a backdrop of devastating crisis. As she mourns the death of her best friend and confronts mysterious forces threatening her neighborhood, Renata's journey explores the power of friendship, resilience, and remembrance. Combining magical realism with a rich sense of history, this debut novel celebrates youth, camaraderie, and the enduring spirit of resistance.