This introspective and engaging novel about two queer women traversing the PA landscape initially piqued my interest because I live in PA and Emma’s local.

Bernie (a photographer) and Leah (a writer) meet when they’re housemates. After Bernie’s famous photography mentor dies and leaves her his studio in rural PA, the pair set off across PA to chronicle their trip through photos/writing. I really liked the discussions about art and its impact on society. Emma's commentary about body image and the representation of a plus-sized character was illuminating as well. I"m also inspired to check out large format photography!

In life, people take the beauty in the everyday for granted. I adored how this book celebrated it, and created an engaging storyline around the idea. I was also thrilled to find out it was inspired by real-life lesbian photographer Berenice Abbott. I'm definitely going to read more about her.