'Noel, you mentioned 120 days several times and I want you to tell me what that means.' '120 days? Yes, I will tell you, why not? But what will I win?' 'Yourself ' As smart as he is damaged, Noel, an internationally renowned writer on psychology, has been detained in a mental health clinic after hearing voices and attempting suicide. Christina, the doctor assigned to examine him, has her own concerns, not least her complicated family life. The growing friendship between these two intelligent, complex people is threatened by the 'many guests' Noel has in his head. Ekavi Korouli's remarkable book is distinguished by its unusual, kaleidoscopic style, which portrays the actions and shifting emotions of her characters with truth and compassion.