My Life As A Fake by Peter Carey

Set against the vibrant backdrop of 1970s Malaysia, this novel weaves a tale of deception, identity, and the blurred lines between reality and fiction. The story follows a literary editor who becomes entangled in a bizarre hoax involving a fabricated poet whose fictional works gain unexpected acclaim. As the editor delves deeper into the mystery, she encounters the enigmatic creator of the hoax, a man whose life has been irrevocably altered by his own creation. Through a series of gripping encounters and revelations, the narrative explores themes of authorship, authenticity, and the power of storytelling to shape lives and destinies.