Half Outlaw

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A Literary Hub Pick of Novels You Need to Read This Summer and a Ms. Magazine Pick of the Month, this story follows a woman on a quest for self-discovery as she embarks on one last ride with the motorcycle club that raised her. After losing her parents at a young age, Raqi is sent to live with her uncle Dodge in Escondido, California, where she faces hostility from the all-white motorcycle club, the Lawless, and struggles to survive in a toxic environment. Despite forming a few friendships, she eventually escapes the violence and prejudice of her upbringing. Years later, now a successful lawyer in Los Angeles, Raqi receives a call from Billy, the Lawless leader, informing her of Dodge's death. He invites her to participate in the Grieving Ride, a tribute to deceased members, promising to reveal her grandfather's address if she attends. Eager to connect with her Mexican heritage, she reluctantly agrees. The ride becomes a transformative journey as Raqi reconnects with her past, her old bike, and the club members. Set in the 90s and interwoven with magical realism, this narrative explores themes of self-knowledge, acceptance, and the essence of family, offering an immersive glimpse into a fading subculture.