The Emperor's Children by Claire Messud
This novel follows the lives of three friends in their thirties living in New York City in the months leading up to and following the September 11 attacks. All children of privilege, they struggle with their careers, love lives, and identities against the backdrop of a changing world. The narrative explores themes of entitlement, disillusionment, and the often complicated nature of adult friendships.
The 7247th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2006
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 431
- Words
- 167,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 81st on The 100 Best Books of the Decade(2000) (Times)
- The 10 Best Books Through Time (New York Times)