The Beguiling

An inventive debut novel by a Giller Prize-shortlisted author, The Beguiling combines urban-gothic charm with dark humor to explore themes of sainthood, sin, and mortality. When Lucy receives a series of confessions from strangers after her cousin Zoltan’s mysterious death, she becomes captivated by their intertwined stories and their reflection on her own past. As eerie connections emerge, Lucy’s journey delves into the blurred lines between guilt, blessing, and the stories we tell ourselves, all with a sharp, energetic wit.