Home life and responsibility
Maeve struggles with her mother’s hoarding and moods and worries that leaving home means abandoning her.
Book details
Jessica Kara - Author
This is a coming-of-age story about a teenage artist negotiating family strain, online belonging and a chance to pursue creative ambitions. Furry identity and community are central to Maeve’s friendships and self-expression.
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Sign in for personalised guidanceThis is a coming-of-age story about a teenage artist negotiating family strain, online belonging and a chance to pursue creative ambitions. Furry identity and community are central to Maeve’s friendships and self-expression.
Maeve struggles with her mother’s hoarding and moods and worries that leaving home means abandoning her.
As MauveCat, Maeve feels confident and appreciated by a furry community; she meets her best friend through that community and values its creative connections.
Family stress is prominent: Maeve’s mother is described as a hoarder, and Maeve tiptoes around her moods and the mess. The story also includes loneliness and a secret departure from home.
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