Caitlin Mullen

Heather

Released June 9th, 2026 on Celadon Books

Per Spectrum Culture:

Were Heather to be Caitlin Mullen’s debut, there would be more forgiveness available for some of the clunkier spots. Having arrived six long years after the much better Please See Us, though, Mullen’s second novel fails to capitalize on the strengths of her debut. Her obvious skill with language is still in place, but her protagonist has a jarring gap between the skills she’s supposed to have and those she displays. It’s the sort of book that you’ll finish, but also one that won’t stick with you long afterward.

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