'And Now You Can Go' is the journey of self-discovery for Ellis, a 21-year-old graduate student, after a harrowing experience at gunpoint in a New York City park. Instead of being consumed by her trauma, Ellis distances herself from those trying to help her, including the police, potential romances, and a well-meaning therapist. An unexpected trip to the Philippines with her mother, a nurse, becomes a transformative experience that compels her to navigate the complexities of life and reclaim control of her future. Vendela Vida's novel captures the resiliency of the human spirit through wit, introspection, and an unflinching gaze at the aftermath of violence.