Out of the Easy

Out of the Easy by Ruta Sepetys
Josie Moraine is struggling to free herself from her life in the French Quarter of New Orleans. In the 1950s it's hard to overcome the stigma of being the daughter of a brothel prostitute. Josie wants so much more, college, to write, she has big dreams. She is entangled with the brothel's madam, Willie Woodley.
Josie is caught between her dreams of college and the underworld of the Big Easy. She is tempted and challenged with every turn.
I really enjoyed this one! The characters are captivating and so developed with detail that makes them relatable to everyone. The story is so raw and completely enchanting, you feel everything Josie does.
4/5⭐