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The Middlesteins by Jami Attenberg follows the Middlestein family as they grapple with the fallout of Edie and Richard’s dissolved marriage. As Edie faces severe health issues tied to her food addiction, Richard’s departure forces their children, Robin and Benny, and daughter-in-law, Rachelle, to navigate blame, loyalty, and their tumultuous relationships amidst the family's strife and attempts to support Edie’s weight loss journey.