This book is a mood, but that mood is 'I want to check out of reality.' It’s brilliant, biting, and arguably one of the best novels of the last decade, but it’s also a total downer.
If you’re a parent looking for a light beach read, keep moving. If you want a sharp-edged critique of modern life that feels like a cold shower, Moshfegh is your girl. Just keep it on a high shelf so your teenager doesn't get any bright ideas about 'hibernating' through finals week.






