Wellness| A Novel (Oprah's Book Club) | Fiction | by Nathan Hill | Ebook | PDF
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • OPRAH’S BOOK CLUB PICK • AN NPR BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR • The New York Times best-selling author of The Nix is back with a poignant and witty novel about a modern marriage and the bonds that keep people together. Mining the absurdities of contemporary society, Wellness reimagines the love story with a healthy dose of insight, irony, and heart.
"A stunning novel about the stories that we tell about our lives and our loves, and how we sustain relationships throughout time—it's beyond remarkable, both funny and heartbreaking, sometimes on the same page.” —NPR
Wellness: A Novel by Nathan Hill, an Oprah's Book Club selection, is a compelling exploration of human connection, resilience, and the pursuit of well-being in a chaotic world. Set against the backdrop of contemporary America, the novel weaves together the lives of disparate characters whose paths intersect in unexpected ways.
At its heart, "Wellness" delves into the complexities of the modern wellness industry, where promises of self-improvement and inner peace often collide with commercial interests and personal struggles. The story follows a diverse cast of characters, each grappling with their own demons and desires, as they navigate the tumultuous landscape of self-help seminars, mindfulness retreats, and alternative healing practices.
Central to the narrative is the character of Anna, a disillusioned journalist who finds herself drawn into the world of wellness after a personal crisis. As she immerses herself in this unfamiliar territory, Anna confronts questions of identity, authenticity, and the true meaning of healing.
Through vivid prose and keen insight, Nathan Hill explores the intersections of physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being, challenging readers to reconsider their assumptions about what it means to live a fulfilling life. "Wellness" is a thought-provoking and timely novel that invites readers to reflect on the complexities of modern existence and the search for meaning in an uncertain world.