The invisible circus by jennifer egan5/21/2023 The Invisible Circus will haunt you, leaving you pondering the elusiveness of memory and the ephemeral nature of experience. Rather what makes this book a cut above are the stimulating reflections on the nature of memory, the search for transcendence, and the impact of even fleeting relationships on shaping everyday existence. Ultimately, however, it is not only the well wrought characters or carefully constructed plot that makes you love this book. Phoebe's impulsive trip to Europe results in a beautifully written adventure, filled with engaging vignettes and believable characters. The portrayal of the relationship between Phoebe and Faith reflects more insightfully the bond between siblings than any other description I have read. The gripping plot is at once a mystery and love story: Phoebe goes on a quest to understand her sister Faith so that she can begin her own life, free from the bonds of the unresolved family issues that Faith's life and mysterious death created. The riveting plot and fascinating characters make this book a page-turner, and the thematic reflections on memory and family ties keep the reader thinking of this book long after the last page. Jennifer Egan's The Invisible Circus is a triumphant first novel.
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