Less Than by Alyssa Long

Some books don’t ask easy questions. They ask honest ones.

Less Than follows two young people navigating ambition, intimacy, class, and the quiet ache of wanting to matter. It’s a story about power, longing, identity, and the subtle ways we shape ourselves to be accepted.

For our June Slow Reads gathering, we’ll explore the emotional undercurrent of the novel together: performance, belonging, self-worth, and the tension between who we are and who we think we should become.

Expect a thoughtful, grounded conversation with space to reflect, connect, or simply listen.

What to expect:
– Guided discussion and reflection prompts
– Tea + simple treats
– A calm, welcoming atmosphere

No pressure to have a polished opinion. Just come curious.