Mosquitoes

The story takes place over the course of a single day and follows the interactions between a group of characters who have gathered for a weekend house party on a houseboat in the Mississippi River. The main character, a writer named John, spends most of the day contemplating his failed relationships and his place in the world. The other guests include a wealthy couple, a painter, a journalist, and a pair of actresses.

Throughout the day, the characters engage in various conversations and act...