Chlorine

Chlorine is a debut novel that combines elements of coming-of-age storytelling with dark, unsettling horror, exploring themes of societal pressure, identity, and longing. Centered on Ren Yu, a swimmer who dreams of becoming a mermaid and finding freedom in the water, the story delves into her struggles with personal and cultural constraints. With a focus on immigration, sapphic desire, and fierce self-discovery, the narrative offers a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of resilience and transformation.