Like a Woman

Experience the powerful coming-of-age narrative in Like a Woman by Debra Busman, published by Dzanc Books in 2015. This compelling novel spans 256 pages and immerses readers in the lives of teenage girls navigating the challenging streets of Los Angeles. As they confront the harsh realities of racism, poverty, sexism, and violence, these resilient young women strive to maintain their self-defined sense of ethics and humanity. Echoing the poignant themes found in Dorothy Allison's Bastard Out of Carolina, Busman's storytelling captures the struggles and triumphs of adolescence with raw honesty and emotional depth. Join these remarkable characters on their journey of self-realization and empowerment, and discover the strength that lies within them.