Such a Pretty Smile

The narrative intertwines the lives of thirteen-year-old Lila Sawyer and her mother, Caroline, exploring themes of female empowerment and repression. Lila grapples with secrets and a haunting evil that urges her to find her voice, while Caroline confronts disturbing auditory hallucinations linked to her troubled past and artistic expression. As both women face an oppressive force represented by The Cur, the story becomes a fierce allegory for women's struggles against societal expectations and silencing. The novel is a gripping exploration of resilience and defiance.