Eleanor & Park

"Eleanor & Park" is a young adult novel by Rainbow Rowell that explores first love and the challenges of adolescence in the 1980s. The story follows two misfit high school students, Eleanor and Park, who bond over comic books and music. Eleanor faces harsh realities at home, dealing with an abusive stepfather and poverty, while Park is half-Korean and grapples with identity issues. Their relationship develops amidst social pressures and personal struggles, highlighting themes of love, acceptance, and resilience. The novel poignantly captures the complexity of teenage emotions and the impact of family dynamics on young love.