Well researched and beautifully written.

This novel and Anthony Marra’s first, “A Constellation of Vital Phenomena” are two of the best books I’ve read in my adult life! They’re both literature, rich with topics for a book club or college English class to explore: questions of reality vs. perception, themes of redemption and forgiveness, complex and intimately detailed characters, and the powerful, emotional decisions and connections they make. Plus, Marra’s extensive historical research creates a vivid backdrop of 1940s L.A. and fascist Italy for “Mercury Pictures Presents.” This was a fascinating book that left me truly in awe of the author’s talent.

What an extraordinary writer.