The Swank Hotel

Set against the backdrop of the 2008 financial crisis, "The Swank Hotel" weaves together the perspectives of various characters—including Em, her missing sister, and their eccentric family—exploring themes of loss, madness, and resilience. Through its layered narrative, the novel delves into the porousness and breakdown of individuals, families, and systems, blending surrealism with wit. Lucy Corin's storytelling transforms mundane spaces into enchanting, uncanny worlds, creating an acrobatic and thought-provoking experience.