Pink Smog

<p><em>Pink Smog</em> the long-awaited prequel to Francesca Lia Block's groundbreaking novel <em>Weetzie Bat</em> was praised as an intoxicating mix of mystery fantasy and romance by ALA <em>Booklist</em> in a starred review. <em>Weetzie Bat</em> is one of the seminal young adult novels of the '90s and continues to be an iconic treasure for teens everywhere. Now <em>Pink Smog</em> reintroduces a whole new generation to the eponymous Weetzie Bat--before she was Weetzie. Against the backdrop of a Los Angeles teeming with magical realism Louise Bat struggles to find a way to deal with life after her father's unceremonious departure.</p><p>Longtime fans and newfound readers alike will fall in love with Francesca Lia Block's beautifully crafted and brutally honest world. Maggie Stiefvater <em>New York Times</em> bestselling author of <em>The Raven Boys</em> proclaimed <em>Pink Smog</em> sparkles and obscures; it's a glorious mirage like the city it pays homage to.</p><p>Extras in this paperback edition include The Girl in the Pink Pinto an essay about the inspiration for <em>Weetzie Bat</em> the official <em>Pink Smog</em> playlist an excerpt from Francesca Lia Block's next novel and more!</p>