The book descriptor for Happy Hour, a debut novel from Marlowe Granados, is "coming-of age," and this is certainly a story of youth. You have to be 21, resourceful, smart, and brave to live the lives of Isa and Gala during their New York summer. Not able to legally work due to their status, they manage to eke by through entrepreneurship, cunning, personality, and beauty. Isa, the narrator, especially enjoys the good things in life, and has learned the essence of good taste. Gala is more wily. I was especially taken by Isa and really loved her voice. She is a great observer who had me chucking out loud at the behavior and pretention of those around her. If you were a little wild in your youth, Isa will speak to you. Even if you were a good girl, there are things to be learned from having your wits about you.
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