What if the cure for a broken life… was 365 days of sleep?
Set in early-2000s Manhattan, an unnamed narrator decides the solution to her boredom and existential despair is a year-long hibernation fueled by a cocktail of pills. Darkly funny and deeply unsettling, this cult-favorite novel explores privilege, isolation, and the absurdity of trying to sleep away pain in a world that won’t stop spinning.
Why you’ll love it: Ottessa Moshfegh’s razor-sharp prose and biting humor make this one of the most talked-about modern novels—BookTok-approved for its chaotic, unhinged vibes.
📖 Condition: Trade paperback in gently used condition. Crisp pages, light spine creasing, minimal shelf wear—perfect for fans of dark humor and literary edge.
If you adored: Normal People (Sally Rooney), Bunny (Mona Awad), or A Little Life—this cynical, hypnotic read will own your brain.
Perfect for: Fans of character-driven fiction with a dark, satirical bite.
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