Marit Weisenberg graduated from Bowdoin College and has a master's degree from UCLA in Cinema and Media Studies. She worked as a film and television executive for a number of years before turning to writing books. She currently lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband and two daughters. She is also the author of The Insomniacs, Select, and Select Few.
"Named to YALSA's Quick Pick for Reluctant Readers List ""This Golden State's mashup of gorgeously drawn coming of age and utterly gripping mystery had me magnetized to the page. A propulsive tale full of crystalline insights, told with such delicate ferocity."" --Melissa Albert, author of The Hazel Wood ""This Golden State is a luminous and gripping novel about family, identity, and what it means to love and to let go. I couldn't put it down."" --Jennifer Mathieu, author of Moxie ""This Golden State is that rarest combination of a page-turning, gripping plot that will keep you enthralled for hours, and a soul-stirring, coming-of-age story that will set your heart aflame."" --Jeff Zentner, author of The Serpent King ""Marit Weisenberg hits the ball out of the park in This Golden State. The book transforms as you read, revealing layers that include a twisting, high-wire crime thriller, a sensual teen romance and, most significantly, a story about finding your place in your family. A Rapunzel-esque tale about breaking free, finding out who you are and where you can go, This Golden State shines."" --BookPage ""Weisenberg creates page-turning suspense surrounding a criminal mystery full of family secrets as the reader follows Poppy on her journey of self-discovery as well as unearthing her family's past. This coming-of-age mystery is perfect for fans of Karen M. McManus who enjoy a -romantic subplot."" --School Library Journal ""Captivating."" --Kirkus Reviews ""Combines a pulse-pounding mystery with a moving portrayal of the conflict between a young woman yearning for independence and her close-knit family. . . . Marit Weisenberg creates a suspenseful and surprising mystery. She also portrays messy family relationships with compassion and nuance. . . . Readers looking for an uncommon take on the classic coming-of-age story will enjoy following Poppy on her journey."" --Shelf Awareness ""Weisenberg delivers a compelling coming-of-age novel that explores personal responsibility and what we do for love and for family loyalty. Fans of crime stories, romances, and psychological thrillers will be fully invested."" --The Horn Book"