My Life as a Rat - by Joyce Carol Oates (Hardcover)

My Life as a Rat is a thought-provoking novel that delves into the complexities of family dynamics, loyalty, and truth-telling.

The story follows Violet Rue Kerrigan, a young woman who recounts her life in exile from her family after testifying about her brothers' racist murder of an African American boy at age twelve.

Through vividly recalled episodes, Violet reflects on the events that led to her estrangement and grapples with the weight of her family's secrets.

Will she choose loyalty to her kin or the pursuit of justice? Can one ever truly do the right thing and regret it? This gripping novel will keep you on the edge of your seat as Violet navigates a life cast away from her family and towards self-discovery.

Don't miss out on this powerful exploration of identity, morality, and the true meaning of loyalty.