17: A Novel in Prose Poems

Set during Stephanie's transformative year as she turns 18, the novel intertwines her personal struggles with the myth of Persephone. As she navigates the complexities of adolescence, Stephanie grapples with her mother's manic depression, facing the urgent fear of potentially inheriting that darkness. The narrative explores themes of mental health, familial bonds, and the journey toward self-acceptance amid turmoil.