Last Night At The Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo
Set in 1950s San Francisco, the story follows a Chinese-American teenager navigating the complexities of identity, family expectations, and first love amidst the backdrop of McCarthy-era paranoia. As she discovers a hidden lesbian nightclub, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery and romance, challenging societal norms and her own cultural constraints. The narrative explores themes of belonging, love, and the courage to embrace one's true self in a time of fear and repression.
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- Published
- 2021
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-450
- Original Language
- English
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- National Book Award for Young People's Literature (National Book Award)
- The 50 Best Romance Novels to Read Right Now (Time)