Riverfinger Women

Elana Dykewomon’s debut novel, Riverfinger Women, is an intimate coming-of-age story set against the social upheaval of the late 1960s and early 1970s, following Inez and her friends as they navigate personal growth, friendship, and the evolving landscape of lesbian life during the Civil Rights era. With a focus on love, identity, and the challenges faced by young women, the narrative captures their experiences amid societal changes and the broader movement for women's liberation. This engaging story offers a nuanced portrayal of a pivotal time in American history through the lens of its characters' lives.