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Picks of November, 2025
Staff Member: Joe

The Guest Room

By Chris Bohjalian

A celebration meant to be harmless spirals into chaos, leaving one man’s home—and his life—in shambles. As the aftermath unfolds, secrets emerge and relationships fracture under the weight of guilt and uncertainty. The novel slowly reveals how one violent night can blur the lines between victim, perpetrator, and survivor.

This story takes an average tradition and turns it into a nightmare. But it also goes deep into the emotions of everyone involved, often showing both sides of the story. It also reveals the very dark side of the sex worker industry.

Platforms

Book, Libby