Bad Summer People

Name: Bad Summer People
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780241625057
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By Emma Rosenblum

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Summary

Bad Summer People by Emma Rosenblum is a tale set in a privileged summer community where secrets, betrayal, and intrigue abound. As friendships unravel and scandals surface, the seemingly idyllic setting becomes a backdrop for exploring human desires and imperfections. The novel cleverly mixes suspense with social satire, creating an engaging and thought-provoking read.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to tales of drama, secrets, and intrigue in a seemingly idyllic summer setting. With its sharp wit and insight into the complexities of social dynamics, it offers an engaging exploration of the darker sides of human nature.

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None of them would claim to be a good person, but who among them is capable of murder?

The families on the island have been vacationing here for years; the Weinsteins, the Metzners, the Grobels - and unlucky in love Rachel Woolf. Outsiders aren't welcome. That is except for Robert, the handsome new tennis coach, who some people are going out of their way to make very welcome...

But the problem when everyone knows everyone is that secrets can't stay secret forever. And when a body is found face-down beneath the boardwalk, they realise that maybe one of them is worse than they thought...

Bad Summer People by Emma Rosenblum explores the dark and twisted secrets lurking beneath the sun-drenched idyll of a perfect summer escape.

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Bad Summer People by Emma Rosenblum is a darkly hilarious and gossipy summer read, featuring rich characters embroiled in scandals, secrets, and drama on Fire Island. Critics have praised its satirical portrayal of wealthy New Yorkers and clever, witty insights, making it an irresistible and entertaining page-turner perfect for beach reading. Comparisons to titles like "The White Lotus" and others indicate its engaging blend of comedy, intrigue, and social critique.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241625057

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 June 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Michael Joseph Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 150.0mm

Height: 232.0mm

Weight: 340g

Pages: 272

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Crime & Thriller Emma Rosenblum Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Penguin Books

About the Author

Emma Rosenblum is Chief Content Officer at Bustle Digital Group. Prior to BDG, Emma served as the executive editor of Elle, the editorial director of Bloomberg Pursuits, a senior editor at Bloomberg Businessweek, and a senior editor at Glamour. She began her career at New York Magazine. Emma's debut novel, Bad Summer People, is a satire set on New York State's Fire Island. Very Bad Company is her second novel.

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