A sharply observed, funny, and emotionally rich novel about adult siblings, inheritance, and the complicated ties that bind families together.
 
When the four Plumb siblings discover that the shared inheritance they’ve been counting on—fondly nicknamed The Nest—has been nearly depleted by their reckless brother, their lives are thrown into chaos. As each sibling faces their own failures and expectations, they’re forced to reckon with old resentments, family secrets, and the realization that love and loyalty may be their only true wealth.
 
In The Nest, Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney delivers a witty, compassionate, and unflinchingly honest portrait of family life in modern New York. Her characters—flawed yet deeply human—grapple with ambition, envy, and forgiveness as they navigate middle age and the messiness of privilege.
 
With sparkling dialogue and keen social insight, Sweeney captures how money—and the lack of it—can twist even the closest relationships. Both humorous and heartbreaking, The Nest explores what happens when the promise of an inheritance forces a family to face the truths they’ve long avoided.
 
A New York Times bestseller and book club favorite, The Nest is a wise and entertaining story about growing up at any age and finding what really matters.
 
💖 Why You’ll Love It
A smart, funny, and relatable family saga.
Sharp writing that blends humor with emotional insight.
Perfectly captures the chaos of sibling relationships and money.
A modern, sophisticated story full of wit and warmth.
A book club favorite praised for its honesty and charm.
 
🌟 Perfect For
Fans of Commonwealth by Ann Patchett and This Is Where I Leave You by Jonathan Tropper.
Readers who enjoy character-driven family dramas.
Book clubs exploring themes of wealth, loyalty, and forgiveness.
Anyone who loves clever, contemporary literary fiction.
 
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