Imperial Bedrooms

In Bret Easton Ellis's follow-up to his debut novel, Less Than Zero, Clay, a successful screenwriter, returns to Los Angeles to navigate the treacherous waters of Hollywood's elite. Reconnecting with old friends—his ex-girlfriend Blair, her husband Trent, and his childhood friend Julian—Clay finds himself amidst a whirlwind of fame, power, and past demons. As he becomes entangled with an ambitious young actress, Clay confronts his inner turmoil and the darker aspects of his character, ultimately facing the consequences of betrayal in a world that has only grown more complex.