In The Flowers, Dagoberto Gilb captures adolescence in a fractured Los Angeles—where grit, innocence, and voice collide in a singular vision of American life.
David L. Ulin is the Books Editor at Alta Journal. He specializes in publishing and media, focusing on the intricacies of the literary world and its impact on culture. His work has been featured in prominent outlets including the Los Angeles Times, The Atlantic, and Yahoo News.












