Nelly

Nelly Arcan’s vibrant existence as a high-end escort is brought to life in a complex and stylish blend of fiction and autobiography, showcasing her various personas: the anxious author, the sensitive romantic, the escort, and the celebrity. Nelly stunned the literary community with her sophisticated prose and the explicit insights into sex work in her debut autobiographical novel, “Whore,” which achieved critical acclaim and bestseller status. Despite her extraordinary success, Nelly’s life concluded in tragedy.