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In 'Room 706,' a woman confronts her extramarital affair during a hostage crisis

Feb 9, 2026 · 7m
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  • 'Room 706' centers on an affair during a hostage crisis.
  • Kate's secret lovers are trapped in a London hotel room.
  • Author Ellie Levenson explores modern womanhood and motherhood.

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Ellie Levenson
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