“In this man’s smile was all the unfairness of the world in its thuggish seduction. “Just come with me. We’ll take care of you.” “No, you won’t.” Taylor stroked the man’s cheek. She reached her arms up to cradle the back of his head and, with the skill of a champion, she broke his neck. Then she dragged him into the bushes, took his gun and walkie-talkie, and kept moving.”
In this satirical novel, the reader is taken into the world of beauty queens and the intense competition that comes with participating in a beauty pageant. The story delves into the lives of the contestants, their motivations, and the absurdities of the pageant process. The novel uses humor to shed light on the pressures and expectations placed on these young women, offering a critical perspective on the beauty pageant industry. more
Libba Bray is an American author known for her fantasy and young adult literature. Born on March 11, 1964, she graduated from the College of William & Mary. Bray's works often explore complex relationships and deep emotions, making her a favorite among readers. more
“Philip Sharpe was a soldier in God's army," says the minister. "Now he marches with the angels.”
“You can get used to anything, I guess, if you've been there enough.”