Early in our second-most read article of the year, "Four Friends, Two Marriages, One Affair - and a Shelf of Books Dissecting It," author Chris Heath describes the story as being one of "turmoil, epiphany, evolution, damage, hope, betrayal, rancor, joy." This description aptly reflects the tumultuous yet transformative nature of 2023, filled with cultural upheavals impacting perceptions and relationships.
This year in our corner of the New York universe included more bad boys being exposed, Megalopolis fever, the unsettling encroachment of AI, and the invigorating ubiquity of Brat (the album) and brat (the ethos). These elements showcase the diverse and often contradictory cultural phenomena shaping our lives, revealing how art can reflect societal grievances and aspirations.
The immense cultural mood swings represented in our 20 most-read stories of the year highlight the significant engagement of our audience with these narratives. It's notable how the topics that resonated most with readers involve themes of personal betrayal, societal change, and emotional exploration, which mirror broader trends in the collective consciousness.
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