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This novel follows Margo Miyake, a prospective homebuyer in the Washington, D.C. suburbs who, after a series of unsuccessful offers, becomes increasingly fixated on acquiring a particular house before it goes on the market. Her efforts to secure the property lead her to intrusive and escalating behavior as she attempts to influence the current owners. The story combines humor and suspense while addressing themes related to ambition, relationships, and the pressures of a competitive housing market.