The Metamorphosis of Marna Love

Sixteen-year-old Marna Love has always been curious, thoughtful, and a little different from her peers. Living in Iowa with her single mother, she navigates the highs and lows of teenage life while discovering a love for existential literature that sparks critical thinking beyond her years.

When unsettling dreams and hazy memories hint at a long-held family secret, Marna embarks on a journey of self-discovery that challenges her intellect, tests her independence, and awakens a hidden strength she never knew she possessed. From first jobs and chaotic friendships to grappling with modern teen struggles-bullying, identity, and the pressures of growing up-Marna learns to balance her emerging maturity with the everyday challenges of adolescence.

The Metamorphosis of Marna Love is a thought-provoking, emotionally rich coming-of-age story about curiosity, resilience, and the transformative power of questioning the world around you.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Atmosphere Press
Published: 04/07/2026
ISBN: 9798901741320
Pages: 252
Weight: 0.94lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.69d