Allen Levi's Theo of Golden is a poignant coming-of-age novel exploring identity, belonging, and the search for home in a small Colorado town. Through the story of Theo navigating adolescence, family secrets, and the complexities of rural life, Levi creates a tender portrait of self-discovery. The novel becomes a meditation on how place shapes us, how we find our people, and what it means to claim your own story when the world wants to write it for you.

WHY WE PICKED IT: Because Levi understands that coming of age isn't just about growing up, it's about figuring out who you are when no one's watching. This novel reminds us that the hardest journeys are often the ones that happen in small towns where everyone thinks they already know your story.

DETAILS: • Author: Allen Levi • Publisher: Simon & Schuster • Format: Paperback & Hardcover • Publication Date: October 11, 2023 • Ships direct from distributor in 3–7 business days