Normal People Don't Live Like This

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Leah Levinson navigates the complexities of adolescence in 1970s Upper West Side, feeling both drawn to and alienated by her freer peers. Her most challenging relationship is with her mother, Helen, as they grapple with their estrangement and shared struggles. Through ten perspectives, the narrative unfolds their intertwined lives, culminating in transformative choices: Leah embarks on a daring trip abroad while Helen seeks refuge in a welfare hotel. These impulsive decisions offer them a chance to break free from their past and envision a brighter future.