The Revolution of Every Day by Cari Luna

The Revolution of Every Day by Cari Luna

Inspired by the mid-nineties squat evictions on New York’s Lower East Side, The Revolution of Every Day by Cari Luna is a gritty, thought-provoking novel that delves into the lives of five squatters fighting to maintain their homes. Luna’s debut novel vividly imagines the struggles of a marginalized community living in abandoned tenements, accountable only to each other, but under constant threat from the city’s legal forces and private developers. The novel explores not just the external battles against eviction but also the internal fractures within the group.

Amelia, a former runaway, is now pregnant by her partner’s best friend, Steve, while Steve’s wife, Anne, begins to question her dedication to the squatter lifestyle. Meanwhile, Cat, a fading icon of the downtown scene, falls deeper into heroin addiction. As tensions rise both within their homes and from the outside world, these squatters must navigate their complex relationships and personal demons as they fight to preserve their community.

Why You’ll Love This Book The Revolution of Every Day offers readers a rare and intimate look into a hidden world, exploring themes of resistance, community, and personal identity. Cari Luna’s raw, evocative writing brings the squatter’s struggle to life, making this a compelling and poignant story for anyone interested in social justice, urban history, and character-driven drama.