Description

In a seemingly idyllic Swiss suburb, an American expatriate wife finds herself adrift in a life of comfortable routine and emotional isolation. Seeking an escape from her dissatisfaction, she embarks on a series of clandestine affairs, a journey that propels her into a dangerous exploration of desire and self. As her lies begin to unravel and the consequences of her choices escalate, she confronts the profound complexities of marriage, fidelity, and the desperate search for meaning. This gripping novel delves into the dark corners of the human psyche, questioning the boundaries of morality and the often-disastrous paths we take in pursuit of self-discovery.

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paperback

Random House

Published Mar 17, 2015

365 pages

ISBN: 9780812997545

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First Published

2015

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Hausfrau by Jill Alexander Essbaum.

Sexual Content