Housemates: A Novel BY Emma Copley Eisenberg

Housemates, a national bestseller by the award-winning author of The Third Rainbow Girl, takes readers on a poignant road trip through a fractured America. The story centers on Bernie and Leah, two young housemates in Philadelphia who form an intense and undefinable friendship rooted in their shared passion for art. Leah, a writer, and Bernie, a photographer, are united by their desire to capture and understand the world around them.

The narrative kicks off when Bernie inherits a complex legacy from her former photography professor, Daniel Dunn, whose reputation was as renowned as it was controversial. Leah, ever the supportive friend, volunteers to join Bernie on a journey to Dunn's rural Pennsylvania home. What begins as a simple retrieval mission quickly transforms into an ambitious road trip, as the two decide to document their experiences and the people they encounter along the way.

As they travel across the country, Bernie and Leah engage with a diverse array of individuals, capturing the essence of America's varied landscapes and its "absurd dreamers and failures." This journey of discovery forces them to confront not only the external world but also their own internal landscapes. Through their art, they explore themes of identity, ambition, and the search for meaning in uncertain times.

Housemates is a warm and insightful exploration of youth, freedom, and the transformative power of art and love. It's a celebration of queer life and the ways in which personal connections and creative expression can offer solace and understanding in a divided world. This tender and introspective novel, filled with moments of humor and deep reflection, is a perfect companion for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of modern life and the power of human connection.