The Changeling by Victor LaValle
The novel is a dark fairy tale that explores themes of parenthood, identity, and the impact of technology on modern life. It follows Apollo Kagwa, an antiquarian book dealer from New York City, whose life is turned upside down when his wife, Emma, commits a horrific act and then disappears. As Apollo searches for answers, he is drawn into a world filled with mythical creatures, secretive societies, and ancient folklore. Along his journey, he must confront his own past and the dark history of his family while navigating a city that seems to harbor magical secrets. The story blends the fantastical with the everyday to create a narrative that examines the fears and anxieties of being a parent in the 21st century.
The 7050th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2017
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 431
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 6 lists:
- 21st on The 50 Best Fantasy Books of All Time (Esquire Magazine)
- August Derleth Award (British Fantasy Society)
- Dragon Awards (The Dragon Awards)
- The 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time (Time)
- World Fantasy Award—Novel (World Fantasy Awards)
- Your 50 Favorite Science Fiction and Fantasy Books of The Past Decade(2011-2021) (NPR)