One of Those Hideous Books Where the Mother Dies

Ruby Milliken navigates the challenges of moving to Los Angeles to live with her estranged father, a famous movie star. Leaving behind her best friend, boyfriend, and the memories of her mother, Ruby grapples with her identity and the complexities of her new life. As she adjusts to the glitz of Hollywood, she must confront her feelings about her family and the legacy of her mother's absence, ultimately seeking to find her place in a world that feels both foreign and exciting.