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Iris Vegan, a graduate student living alone and impoverished in New York, encounters four strong characters who fascinate and in different ways subordinate an inscrutable urban recluse who employs her to record the possessions of a murdered woman; a photographer whose eerie portrait of Iris takes on a life of its own; an old woman in hospital who tries to claim a remnant of the ailing Iris; and a professor she has an affair with. An exploration of female identity in an age when the old definitions - as some man's daughter/wife/mother - no longer apply, fuelled with eroticism and a sense of menace.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Fascinating exploration of female identity and urban mystery.
Who is this book for?
This novel draws you into Iris's complex world, blending allure and menace with vivid characters and an evocative narrative. You'll find yourself captivated by her journey through self-discovery amid a haunting and poetic urban landscape, making it a compelling choice for readers who enjoy layered stories of identity and intrigue.
