'Among Friends' explores issues of friendship, class and betrayal

WBUR | By Here & Now Newsroom

Published June 24, 2025 at 10:50 AM CDT

The cover of "Among Friends" and author Hal Ebbott. (Courtesy of Riverhead Books and Beowulf Sheehan)

Here & Now‘s Asma Khalid speaks with Hal Ebbott about his new novel “Among Friends.” It tells the story of two families, longtime friends, whose relationships are tested after an ugly act occurs during a weekend visit.

Book excerpt: ‘Among Friends’

By Hal Ebbott

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