Layla

A young woman sets off on a transformative journey across the country to uncover her family's hidden past tied to the tumultuous 1960s. After her mother's death, Layla James discovers a series of letters that lead her to a network of former radicals and a commune in California. As she navigates this path, she learns profound lessons about friendship, love, forgiveness, and the effects of political activism. This debut novel offers a fresh perspective on the '60s, connecting its legacy to contemporary issues through the eyes of the next generation.