房客 by Sarah Waters
Set in post-World War I London, the story revolves around a young woman named Frances Wray and her widowed mother who are struggling to maintain their genteel lifestyle in a crumbling mansion. To make ends meet, they decide to take in lodgers, a young couple named Lilian and Leonard Barber. As the Barbers settle in, the household dynamics shift dramatically, leading to unexpected alliances and tensions. The narrative explores themes of class, sexuality, and societal expectations, culminating in a gripping tale of passion, betrayal, and the quest for personal freedom.
- Published
- 2006
- Nationality
- Unknown
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 480-500
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
- - The Night Watch
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