Harmless Like You

In Harmless Like You, the beautifully written narrative spans New York, Berlin, and Connecticut, following Yuki Oyama, a Japanese girl pursuing her dreams of becoming an artist, and her son Jay, who grapples with the abandonment experienced during his childhood. As Yuki navigates her tumultuous adolescence and the complexities of identity, art, and relationships, Jay is left to confront the ramifications of his mother's choices as an adult. This suspenseful novel delves into the intricate ties of familial bonds and the haunting question of how a mother can leave her child behind.