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The Nuevo Muyor
Welcome to the Nuevo Muyor, where the wealthy are promised luxury, discretion - and a price they’ll never see coming.
The Nuevo Muyor is no ordinary hotel. Hidden in seclusion, it offers the world’s elite unparalleled luxury, privacy, and an unspoken promise that no one asks too many questions.
When Elias Drougett, a young man with a troubled past, is invited to stay, he’s drawn to its grandeur but senses something sinister behind the polished smiles and elaborate rules. A guest vanishes after revealing too much, but Eli’s concerns are dismissed by the obliging staff and aloof guests, who all seem oddly… complacent.
As Eli delves deeper, the hotel's dark secrets begin to unravel, and he discovers its true price - control over his own body. To escape, Eli must confront not only the forces that trap him within its gilded walls but also the demons of his own making.
Can Eli uncover the truth before he becomes just another of the Muyor’s many victims?
Perfect for fans of Freida McFadden, Gillian Flynn, AJ Finn, and Paula Hawkins, this gripping psychological thriller will keep you on edge until the shocking final twist. The Nuevo Muyor isn’t just a hotel - it’s a trap, and the price of escape is unimaginable.
The Nuevo Muyor is no ordinary hotel. Hidden in seclusion, it offers the world’s elite unparalleled luxury, privacy, and an unspoken promise that no one asks too many questions.
When Elias Drougett, a young man with a troubled past, is invited to stay, he’s drawn to its grandeur but senses something sinister behind the polished smiles and elaborate rules. A guest vanishes after revealing too much, but Eli’s concerns are dismissed by the obliging staff and aloof guests, who all seem oddly… complacent.
As Eli delves deeper, the hotel's dark secrets begin to unravel, and he discovers its true price - control over his own body. To escape, Eli must confront not only the forces that trap him within its gilded walls but also the demons of his own making.
Can Eli uncover the truth before he becomes just another of the Muyor’s many victims?
Perfect for fans of Freida McFadden, Gillian Flynn, AJ Finn, and Paula Hawkins, this gripping psychological thriller will keep you on edge until the shocking final twist. The Nuevo Muyor isn’t just a hotel - it’s a trap, and the price of escape is unimaginable.
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345 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 23, 2024
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Suhrit Duttagupta
4 books10 followersHi! I'm doing a Ph.D. in neuroscience. I love to write books based on concepts of the brain - the only reason why humans can do anything - and offer some perspective on the big questions of life. All of my books are available to download for free on his website.
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May 10, 2025
2.5 stars
Eli is a guest at an elite hotel where guest are treated in a superior manner. Eli begins to have suspensions of this hotel after Angela, another guest, mysteriously and suddenly vanishes from the hotel. He begins his own investigation into what secrets the employees are hiding.
I really enjoyed the psychology aspect of this story. I also liked how the actual secret of the hotel was something I hadn’t expected. It was so surprising to see who the person in charge of the evil in the hotel was.
This story is told mainly through dialogue and through the POV of Eli. Dialogue is on almost each page of the book. The story would have flowed more smoothly if there had been a lot less dialogue and more focus on having the story involve more show than tell.
Thank you NetGalley for the copy in exchange for an honest review.
Eli is a guest at an elite hotel where guest are treated in a superior manner. Eli begins to have suspensions of this hotel after Angela, another guest, mysteriously and suddenly vanishes from the hotel. He begins his own investigation into what secrets the employees are hiding.
I really enjoyed the psychology aspect of this story. I also liked how the actual secret of the hotel was something I hadn’t expected. It was so surprising to see who the person in charge of the evil in the hotel was.
This story is told mainly through dialogue and through the POV of Eli. Dialogue is on almost each page of the book. The story would have flowed more smoothly if there had been a lot less dialogue and more focus on having the story involve more show than tell.
Thank you NetGalley for the copy in exchange for an honest review.
March 20, 2025
A Haunting, Unputdownable Thriller
The Nuevo Muyor is a masterclass in psychological suspense, drawing readers into a world of opulence, secrecy, and creeping dread. From the moment Elias Drougett steps into the eerie grandeur of the Nuevo Muyor, the tension simmers beneath the surface, growing into a suffocating grip that won’t let go.
The hotel itself is as much a character as Eli—a place where luxury masks something far more sinister. The staff’s eerie politeness, the unsettling compliance of the guests, and the slow unraveling of the truth create a gripping, atmospheric mystery. When a fellow guest vanishes, Eli’s paranoia becomes ours, and the suspense is relentless. The deeper he digs, the more horrifying the cost of his stay becomes.
Perfect for fans of Gone Girl and The Woman in the Window, this book is filled with chilling twists, a protagonist you’ll root for, and a final revelation that will leave you reeling. Dark, immersive, and brilliantly written, The Nuevo Muyor is not just a thriller—it’s an experience. glowing endorsements!
The Nuevo Muyor is a masterclass in psychological suspense, drawing readers into a world of opulence, secrecy, and creeping dread. From the moment Elias Drougett steps into the eerie grandeur of the Nuevo Muyor, the tension simmers beneath the surface, growing into a suffocating grip that won’t let go.
The hotel itself is as much a character as Eli—a place where luxury masks something far more sinister. The staff’s eerie politeness, the unsettling compliance of the guests, and the slow unraveling of the truth create a gripping, atmospheric mystery. When a fellow guest vanishes, Eli’s paranoia becomes ours, and the suspense is relentless. The deeper he digs, the more horrifying the cost of his stay becomes.
Perfect for fans of Gone Girl and The Woman in the Window, this book is filled with chilling twists, a protagonist you’ll root for, and a final revelation that will leave you reeling. Dark, immersive, and brilliantly written, The Nuevo Muyor is not just a thriller—it’s an experience. glowing endorsements!
July 10, 2025
Interesting read from a young self-published author with a background in neuroscience. The story takes place in the Nuevo Muyor, an exclusive and remote hotel that our young narrator, Elias, is invited to stay at. The place is luxurious, contains everything you could need, yet also has some very peculiar policies. The author creates tension throughout. There is something sinister about the place. Elias is compelled to investigate after one of the hotel's guests suddenly disappears. The ending I felt was a bit rushed, not in page count, but in that you find out what is going on quite suddenly. Know that it does have to do with the complexities of the brain, and if you enjoy that, then I recommend this, and kudos to the author for putting his work out there. I love supporting new authors. Thanks to NetGalley for a copy, and thanks to Suhrit for sending a physical copy as well.
January 11, 2026
I am grateful to have won this book in a Goodreads giveaway.
I’m not sure where to start with this review. The book seemed so rushed. I wasn’t sure what the point of the book was for about the first 30-40%. The main character, Eli had a hunch that something sinister was happening at this hotel but the hunch seemed to come out of nowhere. There were parts that I enjoyed when action started happening, but the lead up to the action and the aftermath of the action made little sense to me. The writing style was also a bit off for me. The grammar was very “PG” with phrases like “bull-crap” that kind of just made me cringe. I feel the book had good bones but needed restructuring. Definitely not mad I read it, but also not something I’d recommend. Nonetheless, the author did something I’ve never done, and that’s write a book so I have to at least give credit there.
I’m not sure where to start with this review. The book seemed so rushed. I wasn’t sure what the point of the book was for about the first 30-40%. The main character, Eli had a hunch that something sinister was happening at this hotel but the hunch seemed to come out of nowhere. There were parts that I enjoyed when action started happening, but the lead up to the action and the aftermath of the action made little sense to me. The writing style was also a bit off for me. The grammar was very “PG” with phrases like “bull-crap” that kind of just made me cringe. I feel the book had good bones but needed restructuring. Definitely not mad I read it, but also not something I’d recommend. Nonetheless, the author did something I’ve never done, and that’s write a book so I have to at least give credit there.
March 23, 2025
Tread Lightly, Ace.
Eli Drougett, troubled but curious, landed a job at an exclusive hotel…Nuevo Muyor…only to soon face the sudden vanish of a chatty woman no one seems to care about. Like a fish out of an opulence golden pond, he dug deeper to his detriment and personal safety, navigating the whims and decadence of the entitled clientele.
Then, he uncovers inconvenient truths not only of the fat cat lodgers but also of the ‘gatekeepers’ aka the hotel employees, which firmly placed him in grave danger, from which he must extricate himself without losing his livelihood and perhaps his life. The psychological tension is palpable and well-crafted.
Eli Drougett, troubled but curious, landed a job at an exclusive hotel…Nuevo Muyor…only to soon face the sudden vanish of a chatty woman no one seems to care about. Like a fish out of an opulence golden pond, he dug deeper to his detriment and personal safety, navigating the whims and decadence of the entitled clientele.
Then, he uncovers inconvenient truths not only of the fat cat lodgers but also of the ‘gatekeepers’ aka the hotel employees, which firmly placed him in grave danger, from which he must extricate himself without losing his livelihood and perhaps his life. The psychological tension is palpable and well-crafted.
July 30, 2025
A haunting, psychological thriller with a sinister secret at its core.
Elias Drougett arrives at the luxurious and exclusive Nuevo Muyor, a hotel that pampers its guests to an eerie degree—but something feels off. When another guest, Angela, vanishes without explanation, Elias’s suspicions grow, launching him into a chilling investigation that unravels a dark and shocking truth.
I was especially drawn to the psychological angle of this story. The suspense builds masterfully, and the final revelation completely took me by surprise—particularly the identity of the person behind it all. The hotel itself feels like a character, cloaked in opulence but steeped in mystery.
The book is primarily told through Elias’s POV and heavily relies on dialogue, which occasionally made the pacing feel uneven. I personally would’ve enjoyed more “show” than “tell” to help immerse more deeply in the atmosphere. That said, the underlying concept—especially the tie-in to neuroscience—is both unique and fascinating.
Thanks to NetGalley for the digital ARC, and a special thank you to Suhrit Ghosh for kindly sending a physical copy as well.
📚 Recommended for fans of Gone Girl, The Woman in the Window, and eerie, cerebral thrillers with a slow-burn intensity.
Elias Drougett arrives at the luxurious and exclusive Nuevo Muyor, a hotel that pampers its guests to an eerie degree—but something feels off. When another guest, Angela, vanishes without explanation, Elias’s suspicions grow, launching him into a chilling investigation that unravels a dark and shocking truth.
I was especially drawn to the psychological angle of this story. The suspense builds masterfully, and the final revelation completely took me by surprise—particularly the identity of the person behind it all. The hotel itself feels like a character, cloaked in opulence but steeped in mystery.
The book is primarily told through Elias’s POV and heavily relies on dialogue, which occasionally made the pacing feel uneven. I personally would’ve enjoyed more “show” than “tell” to help immerse more deeply in the atmosphere. That said, the underlying concept—especially the tie-in to neuroscience—is both unique and fascinating.
Thanks to NetGalley for the digital ARC, and a special thank you to Suhrit Ghosh for kindly sending a physical copy as well.
📚 Recommended for fans of Gone Girl, The Woman in the Window, and eerie, cerebral thrillers with a slow-burn intensity.
March 19, 2025
I don't read a lot of books, just a few sci-fi books. But when I finished this one, my first question was "Wait....what just happened?" I was so sucked into the atmosphere that I couldn't figure out how the plot unravels into psychological drama. It is an amazing book! I can almost guarantee that you won't be able to see the plot twist coming.
April 11, 2025
Wow! This book is a trip! Not what I was expecting at all. Very interesting concept. I’m going to reread it now that I understand what was happening.
July 1, 2025
This book was a solid 3 stars for me. I think if the ending were better, I would have added another star. The ending wasn't "bad" ; it was just basic and didn't flow well. The last chapter kind of threw me out of it, I didn't feel it was necessary. I do wish there was more story and not so much dialog; it made the story feel more like it should be a play script. Overall, I enjoyed the mystery and how the author put so much research behind his ideas. I would be willing to try another book by this author in the future.
March 12, 2025
Amazing read. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Had no idea how the plot progresses at all. Would highly recommend it.
I liked it as the setting was quite different from a lot of other books I've read. It covers a few things that you would never expect in the same book.
I liked it as the setting was quite different from a lot of other books I've read. It covers a few things that you would never expect in the same book.
February 28, 2025
What a creative story. It was well paced, suspenseful.
May 18, 2025
The Nuevo Muyor was an interesting book. Heavy on dialogue and extended action sequences, but I still don't feel like I understood the nuances of the plot.
The main character is Eli, a 22-year-old dudebro with a hero complex. For some reason he becomes suspicious about his surroundings when a guest checks out without her scarf and he begins to launch an investigation that leads him to some "startling" conclusions. There's something about glass birds that indicate people's level of happiness or something, and he finds somebody's dead body that maybe has burn marks on it? Unclear. There are a couple of random scenes where someone is asking a lady questions about how she would live her life differently if she had the chance, and then a very odd hallucination or something where his mild mannered butler calls him an idiot. These are never explained.
The bulk of the story is told from Eli's POV, but the author dips into Aisha's perspective for a paragraph here and there. We aren't sure how long he spends at the hotel (which is intentional) but it's long enough for him to fall in love with Aisha, although we don't really see what they find compelling about each other. She's a pretty boring character, although she accurately pegs him as a wannabe savior and she keeps a cool head under pressure. They talk quite a bit about philosophy and psychology but it comes across more like a college roundtable discussion than an actual conversation... like they're talking AT each other rather than communicating. I found myself enjoying these parts in spite of the tone, because I find that subject matter to be especially interesting.
*******************SPOILERS********************
The final chapter is where everything is finally explained, thank goodness. That doesn't mean it makes sense, but it at least attempts to put all the pieces together in a recognizable way.
What remains unsolved:
1 What the hell actually happened here- the hotel is revealed to be some sort of heroin island focused on wealthy people, I think? But the author specifically states that heroin is not a hallucinogen, so how come all of them share this mass delusion that the rundown cabins are actually two towers in a high-rise resort? How are they all hallucinating the same gardens and fancy restaurants? What about the experience of taking the elevator 15 floors or hiding in the stairwells that apparently don't exist?
2 How were all these people ingesting this heroin? Nothing is ever mentioned about injections or snorting anything… Was it being sprinkled into their food? In that case, how were any of them getting enough to actually feed their addictions?
3 What was the point of the whole red eagle thing? I understand it was a slang reference to heroin, but how was the glass bird figurine able to monitor their happiness levels? Why were Eli and Tanner's birds empty? If the two of them were never taking the heroin to begin with, why did they believe they were playing on fancy tennis courts? Or was all of this just part of Eli's hallucination, which leads back to the above question about why would anyone be hallucinating in the first place?
4 Was Aisha also on drugs the whole time?
5 Who is Soma? Was he a hallucination too? His name indicates that he might be, but he disappears completely once the action sequence gets rolling.
Maybe I just missed the whole point altogether. I'm capable of admitting that some material is just above my level of comprehension and perhaps this one falls into that category.
I appreciate NetGalley and Suhrit Duttagupta for access to a digital ARC. My honest review is my own opinion.
The main character is Eli, a 22-year-old dudebro with a hero complex. For some reason he becomes suspicious about his surroundings when a guest checks out without her scarf and he begins to launch an investigation that leads him to some "startling" conclusions. There's something about glass birds that indicate people's level of happiness or something, and he finds somebody's dead body that maybe has burn marks on it? Unclear. There are a couple of random scenes where someone is asking a lady questions about how she would live her life differently if she had the chance, and then a very odd hallucination or something where his mild mannered butler calls him an idiot. These are never explained.
The bulk of the story is told from Eli's POV, but the author dips into Aisha's perspective for a paragraph here and there. We aren't sure how long he spends at the hotel (which is intentional) but it's long enough for him to fall in love with Aisha, although we don't really see what they find compelling about each other. She's a pretty boring character, although she accurately pegs him as a wannabe savior and she keeps a cool head under pressure. They talk quite a bit about philosophy and psychology but it comes across more like a college roundtable discussion than an actual conversation... like they're talking AT each other rather than communicating. I found myself enjoying these parts in spite of the tone, because I find that subject matter to be especially interesting.
*******************SPOILERS********************
The final chapter is where everything is finally explained, thank goodness. That doesn't mean it makes sense, but it at least attempts to put all the pieces together in a recognizable way.
What remains unsolved:
1 What the hell actually happened here- the hotel is revealed to be some sort of heroin island focused on wealthy people, I think? But the author specifically states that heroin is not a hallucinogen, so how come all of them share this mass delusion that the rundown cabins are actually two towers in a high-rise resort? How are they all hallucinating the same gardens and fancy restaurants? What about the experience of taking the elevator 15 floors or hiding in the stairwells that apparently don't exist?
2 How were all these people ingesting this heroin? Nothing is ever mentioned about injections or snorting anything… Was it being sprinkled into their food? In that case, how were any of them getting enough to actually feed their addictions?
3 What was the point of the whole red eagle thing? I understand it was a slang reference to heroin, but how was the glass bird figurine able to monitor their happiness levels? Why were Eli and Tanner's birds empty? If the two of them were never taking the heroin to begin with, why did they believe they were playing on fancy tennis courts? Or was all of this just part of Eli's hallucination, which leads back to the above question about why would anyone be hallucinating in the first place?
4 Was Aisha also on drugs the whole time?
5 Who is Soma? Was he a hallucination too? His name indicates that he might be, but he disappears completely once the action sequence gets rolling.
Maybe I just missed the whole point altogether. I'm capable of admitting that some material is just above my level of comprehension and perhaps this one falls into that category.
I appreciate NetGalley and Suhrit Duttagupta for access to a digital ARC. My honest review is my own opinion.
July 9, 2025
DISAPPOINTING!
I received this book free from the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Written by Suhrit Duttagupta and either self-published or never formally published by any recognized publishing company in any year, this is a relatively poorly written story about a unique twin-tower hotel on an island in the middle of a lake in some unknown part of the United States, but we are not told this until near the end of the story. The book contains no copyright date, no ISBN number and no publisher information.
I found the novel to be difficult to read. I suspect that the author does not claim English to be his first language, and his knowledge of the structure and usage of English is flawed. I noted inconsistent and off-putting usage of adjectives and adverbs. It often seemed to be quite stilted. Here is an example from the very first chapter of the novel: “His words had a soft accent, but his mellow tone held far more influence over his speech.” Huh?! What is the author trying to say here? Should “words” have been “voice”? And, perhaps, “His soft voice lent greater impact to the words he was speaking.” Is that what the author was really trying to say?
After the first couple of chapters, however, the quality of the writing seemed to improve considerably, before worsening again near the end of the story. The entire novel could certainly benefit from some heavy editing, though.
An apparently wealthy young man named Elias Droguett has checked in at this extremely exclusive hotel. He is only twenty-two years old and is not sure what he has gotten himself into. He is of Hispanic heritage and inherited his wealth from his parents, who were killed in a car accident. They were apparently involved in the illegal drug trade in the United States. He dresses for his first meal at the hotel, and his butler, Soma, has advised him to try to make friends with three or four different people at every meal. There are no table reservations. Guests sit wherever they wish. He quickly learns that the food is spectacularly good. He meets another young man named Irfan, and they strike up an acquaintanceship and share a table. There are only two elevators in each tower, and they become quite crowded whenever meals are served at the primary hotel restaurant, a place called “The Poppy.” There are a couple of other named restaurants in the hotel, also. They are smaller and are located on different floors of the hotel.
BTW, there is a “Note” at the end of each chapter, and one of the notes says that the elevators are not real, and another states that The Poppy is not in the hotel, but that the door empties into it. I guess that makes this a Science Fiction/Fantasy novel. One of the notes is the description of a neuron. Go figure!
As I read on, the English became better, but the story became more confusing. Apparently, some things at the hotel are real, while others are not. In addition, Eli believes that nobody can ever leave the hotel alive — that they are murdered before they can leave. The security forces at the hotel are brutal. Eli ran into them and was forced to eat “blue spiders,” a jelly-like substance that presented the symptoms of an opioid overdose. His life was saved only by the treatment of Narcan, which appears to be stocked at the hotel.
I found the ending of the story to be unsatisfying and disappointing (Yes, I did read the entire book!). I thought the plot was far-fetched, and the misuse of English grammar and punctuation made the reading process slower than it had to be. At one point, he describes Eli and Aisha as being “back in dense fauna.” Clearly, the correct term would have been “flora.” In fact, neither term is very good. In another place, Eli is described as “catch[ing] the next window pane.” Since modern windowpanes are made of glass, it would be difficult to catch one.
I did not like this novel and will not recommend it to other readers. There are way too many English errors to make it an easy read, and the plot is so confusing that it is difficult to follow. Feel free to skip this one. I award only two of a possible five stars.
I received this book free from the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Written by Suhrit Duttagupta and either self-published or never formally published by any recognized publishing company in any year, this is a relatively poorly written story about a unique twin-tower hotel on an island in the middle of a lake in some unknown part of the United States, but we are not told this until near the end of the story. The book contains no copyright date, no ISBN number and no publisher information.
I found the novel to be difficult to read. I suspect that the author does not claim English to be his first language, and his knowledge of the structure and usage of English is flawed. I noted inconsistent and off-putting usage of adjectives and adverbs. It often seemed to be quite stilted. Here is an example from the very first chapter of the novel: “His words had a soft accent, but his mellow tone held far more influence over his speech.” Huh?! What is the author trying to say here? Should “words” have been “voice”? And, perhaps, “His soft voice lent greater impact to the words he was speaking.” Is that what the author was really trying to say?
After the first couple of chapters, however, the quality of the writing seemed to improve considerably, before worsening again near the end of the story. The entire novel could certainly benefit from some heavy editing, though.
An apparently wealthy young man named Elias Droguett has checked in at this extremely exclusive hotel. He is only twenty-two years old and is not sure what he has gotten himself into. He is of Hispanic heritage and inherited his wealth from his parents, who were killed in a car accident. They were apparently involved in the illegal drug trade in the United States. He dresses for his first meal at the hotel, and his butler, Soma, has advised him to try to make friends with three or four different people at every meal. There are no table reservations. Guests sit wherever they wish. He quickly learns that the food is spectacularly good. He meets another young man named Irfan, and they strike up an acquaintanceship and share a table. There are only two elevators in each tower, and they become quite crowded whenever meals are served at the primary hotel restaurant, a place called “The Poppy.” There are a couple of other named restaurants in the hotel, also. They are smaller and are located on different floors of the hotel.
BTW, there is a “Note” at the end of each chapter, and one of the notes says that the elevators are not real, and another states that The Poppy is not in the hotel, but that the door empties into it. I guess that makes this a Science Fiction/Fantasy novel. One of the notes is the description of a neuron. Go figure!
As I read on, the English became better, but the story became more confusing. Apparently, some things at the hotel are real, while others are not. In addition, Eli believes that nobody can ever leave the hotel alive — that they are murdered before they can leave. The security forces at the hotel are brutal. Eli ran into them and was forced to eat “blue spiders,” a jelly-like substance that presented the symptoms of an opioid overdose. His life was saved only by the treatment of Narcan, which appears to be stocked at the hotel.
I found the ending of the story to be unsatisfying and disappointing (Yes, I did read the entire book!). I thought the plot was far-fetched, and the misuse of English grammar and punctuation made the reading process slower than it had to be. At one point, he describes Eli and Aisha as being “back in dense fauna.” Clearly, the correct term would have been “flora.” In fact, neither term is very good. In another place, Eli is described as “catch[ing] the next window pane.” Since modern windowpanes are made of glass, it would be difficult to catch one.
I did not like this novel and will not recommend it to other readers. There are way too many English errors to make it an easy read, and the plot is so confusing that it is difficult to follow. Feel free to skip this one. I award only two of a possible five stars.
March 19, 2025
The Nuevo Muyor is a slow burner that tells the story of Elias Droguett inside a mysterious hotel. It’s a psychological mystery with a psychiatric twist, blending romance, self-discovery, and adventure.
The first time I read this book, I was doing 24-hour shifts in a hospital. Towards the end, I realized I had to pay closer attention to the details to fully grasp the underlying mystery. However, once you understand what’s happening at the end, a second read becomes a completely different experience. To put it in a non-spoilery way—it makes you question what is and what isn’t.
This story is unique, relatable, and, I think, truly captivating once you’re immersed in the hotel, just like our two protagonists. Almost everything in this book is a metaphor within a grander context—reflecting life and possibly even deeper issues, though they are only subtly hinted at.
My favorite character was Soma, the butler to our protagonist, Eli. He is, in many ways, like the author himself—a blend of Sheldon Cooper, Sherlock Holmes, and Spock from Star Trek. If you strip away the annoying traits of these individuals, whatever logic remains is Soma. On a deeper level, he represents that inner voice guiding you toward what you believe is right. Perhaps, in this story, Soma was the one keeping Eli sane. That’s all I’ll say.
To quote the book in one sentence:
“Morality is a flawed compass, Sir. Upon further scrutiny, it is evident that any consequential decision made by man is principally based on their own desires.”
I rate this book 5/5.
The first time I read this book, I was doing 24-hour shifts in a hospital. Towards the end, I realized I had to pay closer attention to the details to fully grasp the underlying mystery. However, once you understand what’s happening at the end, a second read becomes a completely different experience. To put it in a non-spoilery way—it makes you question what is and what isn’t.
This story is unique, relatable, and, I think, truly captivating once you’re immersed in the hotel, just like our two protagonists. Almost everything in this book is a metaphor within a grander context—reflecting life and possibly even deeper issues, though they are only subtly hinted at.
My favorite character was Soma, the butler to our protagonist, Eli. He is, in many ways, like the author himself—a blend of Sheldon Cooper, Sherlock Holmes, and Spock from Star Trek. If you strip away the annoying traits of these individuals, whatever logic remains is Soma. On a deeper level, he represents that inner voice guiding you toward what you believe is right. Perhaps, in this story, Soma was the one keeping Eli sane. That’s all I’ll say.
To quote the book in one sentence:
“Morality is a flawed compass, Sir. Upon further scrutiny, it is evident that any consequential decision made by man is principally based on their own desires.”
I rate this book 5/5.
July 5, 2025
Extremely satisfying read.
This is the perfect book for readers who enjoy a puzzle, and love that gratifying feeling of getting to the end of the book and finally sliding all of the pieces in place.
The story is quite fast-paced and packed with action, which makes it easier to overlook some of the earlier clues, so going back and flipping through all the chapters again once I finished it was also a real treat. It's clear that a huge amount of work and care went into all the details of the setting and of the characters. Overall, this specific combination of psychological thriller elements and unreliable narrator just scratched my brain right.
Also, SPOILERS for the content and general theme of the book:
This is the perfect book for readers who enjoy a puzzle, and love that gratifying feeling of getting to the end of the book and finally sliding all of the pieces in place.
The story is quite fast-paced and packed with action, which makes it easier to overlook some of the earlier clues, so going back and flipping through all the chapters again once I finished it was also a real treat. It's clear that a huge amount of work and care went into all the details of the setting and of the characters. Overall, this specific combination of psychological thriller elements and unreliable narrator just scratched my brain right.
Also, SPOILERS for the content and general theme of the book:
May 9, 2025
***I received an ARC from Net Galley in exchange for my honest review
The Nuevo Muyor is no ordinary hotel. Not only is it hidden away in seclusion, but it offers unparalleled luxury and privacy....oh, and every guest is extremely complacent. But when Elias Drougett, a young man with a troubled past, is invited to stay he sees behind the grandeur of the Nuevo Muyor, and sees something sinister. As he begins to investigate, he discovers the true price for such opulence - losing control over one's own mind and body.
This book was not at all what i was expecting. I thought it would be more horror/thriller from the description, but this was more psychological thriller/mystery. I almost feel like I need to re-read it now that I have finished it, because of the ending. The way it wrapped everything up gave a completely differet perspective than the one I had through the entire book, and I don't know if there were clues I missed or things I didn't quite grasp because I didn't know the trajectory the story was going to take. It isn't a cozy mystery. - not at all a light read. However it was enjoyable, and I really loved Soma. the butler to the protaganist, Eli.
The Nuevo Muyor is no ordinary hotel. Not only is it hidden away in seclusion, but it offers unparalleled luxury and privacy....oh, and every guest is extremely complacent. But when Elias Drougett, a young man with a troubled past, is invited to stay he sees behind the grandeur of the Nuevo Muyor, and sees something sinister. As he begins to investigate, he discovers the true price for such opulence - losing control over one's own mind and body.
This book was not at all what i was expecting. I thought it would be more horror/thriller from the description, but this was more psychological thriller/mystery. I almost feel like I need to re-read it now that I have finished it, because of the ending. The way it wrapped everything up gave a completely differet perspective than the one I had through the entire book, and I don't know if there were clues I missed or things I didn't quite grasp because I didn't know the trajectory the story was going to take. It isn't a cozy mystery. - not at all a light read. However it was enjoyable, and I really loved Soma. the butler to the protaganist, Eli.
January 12, 2026
This was a creepy and interesting psychological thriller with a strong idea. The Nuevo Muyor hotel feels unsettling right away. It’s beautiful and luxurious, but there’s always a sense that something is off. The strict rules, quiet guests, and overly polite staff help create a tense and uncomfortable mood.
Elias is a decent main character, and his troubled past adds to the story. I liked how his personal struggles connect to the hotel’s dark secret. The idea that the real cost of staying there isn’t money is disturbing and keeps the story engaging.
One thing that didn’t really work for me was the extensive use of dialogue. Almost every page relies on conversations, and the story is told mainly through Eli’s point of view. I think the book would have flowed better with less dialogue and more focus on showing what was happening instead of explaining it through talk.
Overall, this is an enjoyable thriller with a creepy setting and a solid plot. It’s a good pick if you like tense, mysterious stories.
I received a complimentary copy from NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving my review.
Elias is a decent main character, and his troubled past adds to the story. I liked how his personal struggles connect to the hotel’s dark secret. The idea that the real cost of staying there isn’t money is disturbing and keeps the story engaging.
One thing that didn’t really work for me was the extensive use of dialogue. Almost every page relies on conversations, and the story is told mainly through Eli’s point of view. I think the book would have flowed better with less dialogue and more focus on showing what was happening instead of explaining it through talk.
Overall, this is an enjoyable thriller with a creepy setting and a solid plot. It’s a good pick if you like tense, mysterious stories.
I received a complimentary copy from NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving my review.
September 23, 2025
Interesting concept, but I thiink the author could have done a more thorough job. Eli Drougett, a current guest at the hotel Nuevo Muyor, starts to have suspicions about the real intent of the owner of this hotel. It's not clear how - or why - he is at this hotel, nor how any of the other guests have found themselves there. Or why they can't seem to leave. So many gaps in this story, I would have found it more satisfying if the story were more complete. A little more background on Bettie, Angela, Irfan. And the ending is a bit of a surprise although maybe it shouldn't have been. I found the dialogue stilted and awkward and the characters a bit undeveloped. I think the plot is interesting but the story needs to be fleshed out a bit more.
This ARC was provided by NetGalley and the publisher, the opinions expressed herein are strictly my own.
This ARC was provided by NetGalley and the publisher, the opinions expressed herein are strictly my own.
June 2, 2025
Eli is a rich kid that checks into a hotel with a sinister secret. The Nuevo Muyor is an interesting psychological book with a surprising ending. I did enjoy it for the most part. There were so unanswered questions and I was left confused about a few things at the end. I’m not quite sure if this was intentional or if the details were overlooked. Overall, it was a good book and worth the read. I received a complimentary copy of the book from the author via Voracious Readers Only
May 18, 2025
The Nuevo Muyor is a place where only the elite are invited. Eli is young, troubled and rich. He also realizes quickly that something is very wrong here. There is a good bit of action and lots of drama in this read. The ending really surprised me. I could see this being a great book club discussion!
June 9, 2025
When I first started reading this book, I was really into it and then I just couldn’t stay connected. The chapters were very long and there was a lot of dialogue. I guess that’s not really my thing. The main character, Eli, got away with a lot of far-fetched situations. This book just wasn’t for me.
July 15, 2025
This was intense! Elias Drougett is invited to stay at a luxury hotel the Muyor. He gets suspicious when a guest disappears and starts to investigate what is really going on at the hotel. I loved the concept of this book and the ending was mindblowing. This was a true psychological thriller that keeps you on edge!
May 6, 2025
This book is very different from anything I have read. The story starts normally, but then goes in a very different direction. It is a mix of thriller and psychology that is very complex by the end. I don't think I will understand it completely unless I read it several times.
June 16, 2025
I really wanted to like this book. The beginning part was pretty good and then it felt bogged down and I kept trying to read it but it wasn't keeping my interest. So I didn't force myself to finish it, stopped at about 40%. I am sure it will work for others, but wasn't right for me
May 20, 2025
Amazing build up of psychological suspense with an unexpected plot twist. I like the way the story is written and the gradual reveal of the hidden plot is great. 5/5!
June 8, 2025
Who wouldn't want to pack up and spend time away at an elite, glamorous hotel (aka the Nuevo Muyor) for the ultra-rich? Your stay includes privacy and specialty experiences. When Elias gets a chance to visit, he cannot believe the high-end treatments that he will experience. He has his own butler, special dining services, and activities tailored to his health and relaxation. But something does not seem quite right, and the more questions Elias asks, the dangerous things get.
I loved reading this book! The beauty, mystery, and chilling events kept me on edge during Eilas' the visit to Nuevo Muyor and were thrilling to read! The plots twists were exciting and unexpected and the ending had me asking so many more questions. A fast-paced thriller that kept me thinking long after the pages ended.
5/5 stars.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley and my feedback is my own.
I loved reading this book! The beauty, mystery, and chilling events kept me on edge during Eilas' the visit to Nuevo Muyor and were thrilling to read! The plots twists were exciting and unexpected and the ending had me asking so many more questions. A fast-paced thriller that kept me thinking long after the pages ended.
5/5 stars.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley and my feedback is my own.
August 3, 2025
The Nuevo Muyor by Suhrit Duttagupta was so good and unique to anything else I’ve ever read. I enjoyed it so much!!
Elias Drougett is 22 yo he is a rebel who has a troubled past. He is accepted access to a luxury hotel where not everything is not as it seems. The rules and atmosphere in this hotel are odd and hotel guests are well interesting. This book is full of twists and turns, psychological manipulation, that will keep you immersed into this world that blurs reality. I love the craziness of this book and how well it was written. Can’t wait to read more from this author. Thank you to Suhrit Duttagupta and NetGalley for letting me read this ARC in exchange for my very late review.
Elias Drougett is 22 yo he is a rebel who has a troubled past. He is accepted access to a luxury hotel where not everything is not as it seems. The rules and atmosphere in this hotel are odd and hotel guests are well interesting. This book is full of twists and turns, psychological manipulation, that will keep you immersed into this world that blurs reality. I love the craziness of this book and how well it was written. Can’t wait to read more from this author. Thank you to Suhrit Duttagupta and NetGalley for letting me read this ARC in exchange for my very late review.
November 23, 2025
An invite to a fancy hotel. The place has some nice features. Having your personal valet is pretty cool. But things don't line up. People are just too happy and no one ever leaves. Eli decided to look closer in the set up. How they select the people to invite and why are they fenced in? The book follows the story as Eli tries to find who is the main architect of this hotel that has so many secrets. The who and why makes a surprise ending.
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