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“Like Donna Tartt’s The Secret History, ML Rio’s glittering debut is a story of rich stories about love, friendship and obsession…will put you in trouble in its last exciting moments.”
– The best-selling author of The Nest by The New York Times
“Love Shakespeare (winning), fall in love with Shakespeare…readable, smart.”
– New York Times Book Review
That day, Oliver Marks was released from prison, the man who put him at the door. Detective Colborne wants to know the truth, and ten years later, Oliver is finally ready to tell.
Ten Years Ago: Oliver is one of seven young Shakespeare actors at the Dellecher Classical Conservatory, a place of keen ambitions and fierce competition. In this secluded world of Fire Lamp and Leather Bound Book, Oliver and his friends play the same role on the stage: Hero, Villain, Tyrant, Temples, Ingner, Extra roles.
But in their fourth and final year, the competition of kindness became ugly, and on the opening night, real violence violated the students’ world of faith. In the morning, the fourth grade found themselves facing their own tragedy, and by far the biggest acting challenge: convince the police, each other, that they themselves are innocent.
If we are villains, named one of the raucous thriller novels of the year, and the mysterious scene says: “A meticulously written and fascinating ode to the stage… is fascinating, fascinating, unorthodox competition, friendship and truth.”
Publisher: Flatiron Books; Reprint (April 17, 2018)
Language: English
Paperback: 368 pages
ISBN-10:1250095298
ISBN-13:978-1250095299
Item Weight: 13.8 oz
Size: 5.4 x 1 x 8.2 inches
Customers say
Customers find the book engaging and captivating. They praise the well-written, poetic prose that captures the drama and suspense. The characters are praised for their honesty and interesting ensemble cast. Many readers describe the book as enjoyable, delightful, and endearing. They appreciate the intimate relationships between the characters and the friendship dynamic. However, opinions differ on the pacing – some find it quick and seamless, while others feel it drags a bit.
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