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What Belongs to You by Garth Greenwell tells the story of an unnamed young American gay man teaching in Sofia, Bulgaria, and his complex relationship with a hustler named Mitko. Their encounters lead the narrator into an emotional journey through his past and present, wrestling with family trauma, the nature of love, and existential despair. The novel is divided into three parts: "Mitko," "Grave," and "Pox." Some readers may find themes in this book related to sexual exploitation, familial estrangement, and serious illness distressing.