Leyna Krow Libros

In the aftermath of a devastating fire in the American West, three opportunists—a banker, a conman, and a woman with a remarkable gift—find their lives intertwined. As they navigate their ambitions and schemes, the narrative explores themes of survival, manipulation, and the complexities of human relationships against a backdrop of chaos and destruction. Their intersecting paths reveal the lengths individuals will go to seize opportunities in a world turned upside down.

Exploring themes of familial duty and personal sacrifice, this collection of stories delves into the lives of women navigating the complexities of relationships amidst chaos. Each narrative poses the poignant question of what responsibilities we hold to loved ones during tumultuous times. The characters are portrayed as they strive to fulfill their roles as mothers, daughters, and companions, revealing their struggles and resilience in an ever-changing world.

In these stories in which the strange and the mundane collide, there are strange experiences set in familiar places, and familiar experiences set in strange places. Many of the pieces take place close to home, in suburban neighborhoods or rural communities. The settings are conventional, yet something unexpected, or even magical, is occurring. In one piece, a couple speculates about random objects that appear without reason in their backyard. In another, neighbors try to figure out if a local meth dealer is keeping a live tiger captive on his property.