Other People's Fun

In Other People’s Fun, Ruth grapples with feelings of invisibility and change as her marriage ends and her daughter prepares to leave home, finding an unexpected connection with her old classmate Sookie. As Ruth becomes drawn into Sookie’s seemingly glamorous life, she begins to uncover unsettling truths that challenge her perceptions. With sharp insights into modern life and the complexities of social media, the novel explores themes of visibility, truth, and the desire to be truly seen. Harriet Lane’s story combines dark humor and psychological depth in a compelling examination of identity and privilege.