A State of Maine
by Clementine Rowe
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Pub Date Jun 24 2025 | Archive Date Jul 03 2025
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Description
A chance encounter between two unlikely strangers. A world of privilege and a life of struggle. And the choice that will change everything.
In the bustling city of Washington, Brian Atworth is the embodiment of success, groomed for greatness by his influential father. But Rebecca, a store clerk with a sharp wit and a troubled past, couldn't be further from his world.
Their paths were never meant to cross, but when Brian's car pulls in front of Rebecca's convenience store on a hot summer night, their lives are forever entwined. Will they choose to follow the path set out for them, or will they dare to forge their own?
For fans of Sally Rooney, Jonathan Dee, and Claire Messud, A State of Maine is a gripping debut novel that explores the complexities of class, control, and the pursuit of true happiness. With powerful emotions and a captivating plot, this book will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.
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Featured Reviews
Sue E, Reviewer
🔥 Hooked from page one, baby! I mean, what’s not to love about a rich dude with daddy pressure meets a snarky store clerk with a backbone and secrets? A State of Maine is like crashing a soap opera in the best way—but make it literary. The tension? Delicious. The emotional rollercoaster? I'm still dizzy. It’s messy, real, and totally bingeable. If you’ve ever shouted “Just kiss already!” at a book, buckle up—this one’s for you. 🛒💼💥
Paige T, Reviewer
When Privilege Meets Grit… Sparks Fly in Maine!
A State of Maine hooked me with its slow-burn collision of opposites—think small-town sass meets Capitol Hill swagger—and I couldn’t stop rooting for this unexpected, fiery duo to break the rules and rewrite their destinies.
Abigail L, Librarian
A State of Maine delivers a layered and emotionally honest look at two people from drastically different walks of life whose connection feels both accidental and inevitable. Brian and Rebecca's story is more than just opposites attract—it's about breaking free from expectations and confronting the messy, often unfair realities of class and privilege. The writing felt sincere and the pacing was just right—I found myself rooting for these characters, even when they made frustrating choices. It stayed with me long after I finished it, which is always a sign of a great read.
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