Eat the Document

In the 1970s, passionate activists Bobby DeSoto and Mary Whittaker orchestrate a series of radical protests against the Vietnam War, but one misstep alters the trajectory of their lives, forcing them to adopt new identities and sever ties. As the narrative shifts to the 1990s, Mary navigates suburban life with her teenage son, who is unknowingly connected to the era of rebellion that shaped his mother. Dana Spiotta's compelling novel explores the impact of past actions on the present while highlighting the enduring themes of activism, music, and cultural identity.