"The Last Days of California" by Mary Miller is a novel published in 2014. The story follows the perspective of Jess, a fifteen-year-old girl who is on a road trip from Alabama to California with her family. Her father believes that the Rapture will occur in a few days, and they are racing against time to reach California and be among the chosen few. Jess's mother is skeptical but goes along with the plan for the sake of family harmony. Along the way, they encounter a variety of characters and situations that challenge their beliefs and force them to confront their fears and desires. The novel explores themes of family dynamics, religious faith, and the search for meaning in a world that can be both beautiful and cruel.
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