This is the story of a woman with no name. Young, thin, pretty, a recent Columbia graduate, she lives in an apartment on the Upper East Side of Manhattan paid for, like everything else, by her inheritance. Yet she longs to lose herself completely. It's the year 2000 in a city aglitter with wealth and possibility; what could be so terribly wrong? My Year of Rest and Relaxation is a savagely funny novel of a woman looking out from the abyss.
Ottessa Moshfegh
Ottessa Moshfegh is an American author known for her dark and provocative literary works. She gained critical acclaim for her debut novel, "Eileen," which was shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize in 2016. Moshfegh's writing is characterized by its sharp wit, unflinching exploration of human psychology, and bleak, often grotesque imagery. She has been praised for her ability to create complex and deeply flawed characters that challenge societal norms and expectations. Moshfegh's work has had a significant impact on contemporary literature, particularly in the realm of psychological fiction. Her most famous work to date is the novel "My Year of Rest and Relaxation," which further solidified her reputation as a bold and original voice in literature.