The Lodgers by Holly Pester

A woman returns to her hometown after a year away to look after her unpredictable mother, Moffa. Settling into a temporary sub-let, she finds herself constantly on edge, wary of the landlord's visits and curious about the other resident she has yet to meet. Her mind often wanders back to the room she left behind, now occupied by a new lodger whose imagined life intrigues her. The story explores the complexities of living arrangements and the dynamics of family and personal relationships.

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Total Points: 226

This book was first published in 2024

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