Christodora

In Tim Murphy's compelling novel "Christodora," a diverse cast of characters navigates the shifting landscape of Manhattan's East Village within the iconic Christodora building. The story centers on Milly and Jared, a privileged couple with artistic dreams, and their neighbor Hector, a former AIDS activist grappling with addiction. As their lives intertwine, the narrative explores themes of self-discovery and the impact of societal changes from the 1980s to the 2020s, capturing the heartbreak of the AIDS crisis and the allure of New York's ever-evolving culture.