Debut novel by JT LeRoy (the pseudonym of author Laura Albert who pretended to be a male, teenage street hustler) that won international acclaim. ‘A startling achievement’ – Publishers Weekly.

Adapted to film by Asia Argento. Hailed as a stunning debut upon publication before the controversy of author Laura Albert’s deception was made public.

While pretending to be Leroy, author Laura Albert forged friendships with many Hollywood stars and filmmakers who later felt conned, resulting in a a kind of professional censure. There have been multiple documentaries on the author and the series of events that led to the publication of this novel.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. First US Edition; First Printing. Near Fine.