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"Sex and Rage" reissues Evan Babitz’s 1979 novel about a sun‑kissed, semi‑adventurous young woman who moves from the artistic tides of Los Angeles to the demanding streets of New York City. Facing a lack of purpose and complex friendships, she seeks a more defined and fulfilling life amid the vivid cultural landscapes of California and New York.
First publish date: 1979
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Eve Babitz
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