Other People's Clothes

Other People's Clothes is a debut novel by Calla Henkel that follows two art students, Zoe and Hailey, who rent a once-magnificent apartment from eccentric crime writer Beatrice Becks in Berlin. They spend their nights twisting through the city's club scene and their days hungover, but soon inexplicable things start happening in the apartment, and they suspect they are being watched by Beatrice. The girls start hosting wild parties in the flat, gaining notoriety, but ultimately they find themselves unable to control the narrative, which spirals into much darker territory. The novel has received positive reviews, with critics praising its sparkling debut, good plot-driven thriller, and glittery jumpsuit.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 320 pages
\n Publication date: 08 July 2021
\n Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
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A sparkling debut, this is a highly captivating plot-driven thriller adorned with a dazzling glittery jumpsuit. The Guardian exclaimed, "I couldn't stop turning the pages. . . . a debut you won't want to miss." Megan Abbott, in her review for MEGAN ABBOTT, praised the novel as a "wild, energetic gem of a novel." The Daily Mail described it as "intoxicating, compulsive, and blackly funny," adding, "Other People's Clothes is the thrilling novel from Berlin-based American artist Calla Henkel."

Set in 2009, Berlin. Two art students, Zoe and Hailey, arrive from New York, each seeking solace in the city to overcome their personal challenges. Zoe is grappling with the grief of losing her high school best friend, who was tragically murdered months before in her hometown in Florida. Hailey, on the other hand, is wealthy, consumed by her fascination with the lives of Lindsay Lohan and Britney Spears, and aspires to become a Warholian legend. They rent a once-magnificent apartment from eccentric crime writer Beatrice Becks, with little to occupy their time, they spend their nights navigating Berlin's vibrant club scene and their days nursing hangovers.

As time passes, inexplicable occurrences begin to unfold within the apartment, leaving Zoe and Hailey with a growing sense of being surveilled by their landlord, Beatrice. Convinced that Beatrice is using their lives as inspiration for her next thriller novel, they decide to play her at her own game. The girls start hosting wild parties in the flat, quickly gaining notoriety and attracting the attention of everyone in the city. Everyone desires an invitation to Beatrice's exclusive gatherings.

However, as the narrative unfolds, Zoe and Hailey find themselves unable to control its trajectory, and it descends into a much darker and more sinister realm. The lines between reality and fiction blur, and they become entangled in a web of lies, deceit, and danger. The stakes are higher than ever before, and they must navigate through a maze of treachery and betrayal to uncover the truth and protect themselves from the impending threat.

Other People's Clothes is a thrilling and captivating novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. With its intricate plot, well-developed characters, and vivid prose, it offers a unique and engaging perspective on the world of art, fame, and obsession. Calla Henkel's debut is a testament to her talent and promise as a writer, and it is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who dares to immerse themselves in its pages.

\n Weight: 436g\n
Dimension: 147 x 223 x 34 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781529357639\n \n