Kiley Reid Books

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A REESE'S BOOK CLUB x HELLO SUNSHINE BOOK PICK "The most provocative page-turner of the year." --Entertainment Weekly "A great way to kick off 2020." --Washington Post "I urge you to read Such a Fun Age." --NPR This striking debut novel offers a page-turning and big-hearted exploration of race and privilege through the lens of a young black babysitter, her well-meaning employer, and a connection that threatens to unravel their lives. Alix Chamberlain, a confident entrepreneur who empowers women, is taken aback when her babysitter, Emira Tucker, faces an accusation of kidnapping while watching Alix's toddler in a high-end supermarket. A security guard questions Emira's intentions, and a crowd gathers, leaving her feeling humiliated. Alix is determined to rectify the situation, but Emira, at twenty-five and struggling with her future, is skeptical of Alix's motives. As Emira navigates her aimless life and impending loss of health insurance, a video of the incident resurfaces, bringing unexpected consequences for both women. With empathy and sharp social commentary, the story delves into the complexities of transactional relationships, the meaning of family, and the challenges of adulthood, marking a powerful debut for contemporary readers.

In this compelling new novel from the author of a bestselling phenomenon, Millie is determined to graduate, secure a job, and buy a house. While saving from her campus job, she seizes an unusual opportunity for extra income offered by a visiting professor. Agatha, a writer recovering from a breakup, is researching attitudes toward weddings and money for her new book. She finds rich material while interviewing the girls in Millie's dorm, but soon realizes the most intriguing stories are unfolding behind closed doors. As Millie and Agatha form an unexpected bond, they become entangled in roommate dramas, vengeful pranks, and illicit intrigue, prompting them to reconsider how much they are willing to sacrifice to achieve their desires. This sharp, intimate, and provocative narrative explores our money-obsessed society through a tension-filled lens, delving into themes of desire, consumption, and questionable behavior. With praise for its smart, funny, and perceptive storytelling, this novel promises to be a captivating read that will resonate with many. It is described as wonderfully immersive, beautifully paced, and a joy to read, ensuring it will be a topic of conversation.

"It's 2017 at the University of Arkansas. Millie Cousins, a senior resident assistant, wants to graduate, get a job, and buy a house. So when Agatha Paul, a visiting professor and writer, offers Millie an easy yet unusual opportunity, she jumps at the chance. But Millie's starry-eyed hustle becomes jeopardized by odd new friends, vengeful dorm pranks, and illicit intrigue"--