White Oleander Hardcover by Janet Fitch First Edition Oprah's Book Club

Explore the compelling narrative of "White Oleander" by Janet Fitch, presented in its original hardcover format. This first edition, published by Little Brown & Company in 1999, offers a deep dive into the complexities of family life and contemporary women's issues, masterfully woven into a general fiction tapestry that is as relatable as it is thought-provoking. Complete with a dust jacket, this novel stands out with its robust 390 pages, measuring 9.5 inches in length, 6.2 inches in width, and 1.2 inches in height. It's a perfect addition for adults looking to enrich their literary collection with a piece of 1990s American fiction that has resonated with readers and critics alike. A New York Times Bestseller Astrid is the only child of a single mother, Ingrid, a brilliant, obsessed poet. Astrid worships her mother and cherishes their private world full of ritual and mystery -- but their idyll is shattered when Ingrid falls apart over a lover. Deranged by rejection, she murders the man, and is sentenced to life in prison. White Oleander is the unforgettable story of Astrid's journey through a series of foster homes and her efforts to find a place herself in impossible circumstances. Each home is its own universe, with a new set of laws and lessons to be learned. With determination and humor, Astrid confronts the challenges of loneliness and poverty, and strives to learn who a motherless child in an indifferent world can become.