The Limits: A Novel.

MOTHERS; FICTION; STEPMOTHERS

"The Limits: A Novel" by Nell Freudenberger tells the story of teenager Pia, who moves back to New York City to live with her father and stepmother. Pia faces challenges with friendships, family tensions, and COVID restrictions, longing to return to the French Polynesian island of Mo'orea and reconnect with Raffi, a local who helps her mother with coral research. Pia becomes infatuated with Raffi and joins his fight against the exploitation and degradation of the South Pacific, taking increasingly risky actions to demonstrate her commitment. The novel explores diverse perspectives and complex relationships in the face of extreme circumstances. [Extracted from the article]

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