Maum’s writing relies on humor and quick pacing to examine consumption, ambition, and social performance, presenting a study of suburban life that questions the cost of success and perfection.
Ambitious, timely ... Maum delivers a sharp critique of capitalism and the sacrifices people make to find a sense of belonging, without ever sounding preachy or losing the pacing of this novel. Readers will drink up this novel faster than a cool glass of their dairy-free beverage of choice.