Gish Jen's Bad Bad Girl is a sharp, witty exploration of identity, ambition, and the costs of refusing to play by the rules. Through a narrative that blends humor with cultural critique, Jen examines what it means to be labeled "bad" when you're simply refusing to conform to expectations. The novel becomes a meditation on female agency, cultural assimilation, and the ways society punishes women who dare to want more than what's been prescribed for them.

WHY WE PICKED IT: Because Jen understands that being called "bad" often just means refusing to be small. This novel celebrates the troublemakers, the rule-breakers, and everyone who's ever been told they're too much, proving that sometimes the most radical act is simply being yourself.

DETAILS: • Author: Gish Jen • Publisher: Knopf Publishing Group • Format: Hardcover • Publication Date: October 21, 2025 • ISBN: 9780593803738 • Ships direct from distributor in 3–7 business days