When Bad Things Happen to Rich People

Více o knize

Set in Chicago during the summer of 1995, this novel follows Nix Walters, an adjunct English instructor grappling with his stagnant career and the fallout from his failed literary ambitions. As he navigates the absurdities of life and the social elite, the story unfolds as a sharp social satire and black comedy, exploring themes of ambition, failure, and the often ridiculous nature of wealth and status. Nix’s journey reveals the darker side of the pursuit of success and the societal expectations placed on individuals.