They Could Have Named Her Anything

"They Could Have Named Her Anything" is an emotional debut novel exploring themes of racism, class, and betrayal as it follows the evolving relationship between two teenage girls from different backgrounds attending a private school in New York City. Through the perspectives of Maria, Rocky, and their fathers, the story delves into their hopes, struggles, and the complex bonds of family and friendship. The novel examines the desire to live up to one's identity and the sacrifices made along the way.