Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 142 Ostriches | 2020 | April Davila | Buy |
April Davila’s standalone novels currently consist of her 2020 debut, 142 Ostriches. The novel follows Tallulah Jones as she inherits her grandmother’s ostrich ranch in the Mojave Desert, only to discover the birds have stopped laying eggs. The story explores family obligation, personal ambition, and the harsh beauty of the California desert.
The novel won the WILLA Award from Women Writing the West and received praise for its vivid setting and emotionally grounded storytelling. Davila draws on her background in biology to bring the world of ostrich ranching to life with authenticity and detail.