Five-Star Stranger: A Novel Authored By Kat Tang
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Five-Star Stranger is an inventive debut novel that delves into the life of a highly-rated man on the Rental Stranger app—a service where users can hire someone to be anything from a pretend fiancé to a stand-in family member. This top-rated stranger expertly navigates New York City, slipping into various roles while maintaining a strict professional distance from his clients.
However, his life takes a turn when a curious client threatens his long-term role as a father to a young girl. This disruption forces him to confront the deep attachment he has formed with his pretend daughter and her mother, leading him to reflect on his own troubled past and the emotional walls he has built.
Set against the backdrop of a society where online ratings hold immense power, Five-Star Stranger explores themes of identity, isolation, and the human desire for connection. The protagonist's journey to understand himself by being everyone but himself highlights the complexities of modern relationships and the commodification of human interactions.
As he grapples with the boundaries he has set and the lingering impact of his own abandonment, the story offers a poignant look at what it means to love and be loved in a hyperconnected world. Described as a "sharp page-turner" and a vivid exploration of contemporary life, this novel is a compelling read about the search for genuine connection amidst the roles we play. 📚❤️
However, his life takes a turn when a curious client threatens his long-term role as a father to a young girl. This disruption forces him to confront the deep attachment he has formed with his pretend daughter and her mother, leading him to reflect on his own troubled past and the emotional walls he has built.
Set against the backdrop of a society where online ratings hold immense power, Five-Star Stranger explores themes of identity, isolation, and the human desire for connection. The protagonist's journey to understand himself by being everyone but himself highlights the complexities of modern relationships and the commodification of human interactions.
As he grapples with the boundaries he has set and the lingering impact of his own abandonment, the story offers a poignant look at what it means to love and be loved in a hyperconnected world. Described as a "sharp page-turner" and a vivid exploration of contemporary life, this novel is a compelling read about the search for genuine connection amidst the roles we play. 📚❤️
Listed on 8 August, 2024