Corbin College

Corbin College is the institution where Ruben teaches. It is located in Corbindale, New York. After he is hired to teach here, Ruben relocates his family, moving from the city into the country. At first, Ruben feels secure in his new job. However, when Dr. Morse tasks him with guiding Netanyahu through the hiring process, Ruben feels unsettled. He knows that the university is using him because he is Jewish. Indeed, he is the only Jewish individual on the entire campus. Later, Sabine accuses him of liking this distinction, as it makes him feel special.

Numerous scenes take place on the college campus, particularly those from Chapters 8 - 12, which detail Netanyahu's hiring process.

Corbindale, New York

Corbindale, New York is where the entirety of the novel is set. This is the town to which Ruben and his family relocate from New York City after Ruben is hired...