The Party Upstairs

Set over the course of a single day in a New York City apartment building, this debut novel explores the tensions between a building super and his daughter, Ruby, as a family crisis unfolds. Through alternating perspectives, the story reveals the complex dynamics of privilege, family, and social class, culminating in a dramatic and revealing climax. With a compelling narrative and sharp wit, it offers a keen look at the hidden violences beneath the city's polished façade.