Wild Failure

Exploring the complexities of desire and queer femininity, this debut collection features a range of characters grappling with intimacy and danger. From a dominant woman toying with a co-worker's heart to a doomed romance between an agoraphobic and a hiker, each story unveils unique struggles. A teen girl's confusion at a skate park and idealistic roommates caught in a true crime podcast add depth to the narrative. Whittall's characters confront themes of shame, attachment, and disconnection in a captivating exploration of outsider experiences.