What a time to be alive A novel

Jenny Mustard

Book - 2025

This novel follows Sickan Hermansson, a young woman who moves from a small town to Stockholm to begin her studies at university. As she navigates student life, she attempts to form friendships and romantic relationships while confronting feelings of isolation and insecurity shaped by her upbringing. The narrative explores issues of class, identity, belonging, and personal development during early adulthood, focusing on social relationships and the challenges of adapting to new environments.