You Can't Stay Here Forever

In "You Can’t Stay Here Forever," a young widow named Ellie Huang escapes her life in California for the luxurious French Riviera following the shocking death of her husband and the discovery of his infidelity. Accompanied by her best friend Mable, Ellie hopes to find solace at the Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc, where she and Mable forge connections with an intriguing couple. What begins as a sun-soaked getaway quickly evolves into a profound reckoning, revealing complex themes of marriage, friendship, and the nuances of race and privilege through Ellie's perspective. This debut weaves sharp humor with emotional depth, making it a must-read of the summer.