Rachel Kushner's third novel, Creation Lake, immerses readers in the life of a jaded American woman on an undercover assignment in France, evoking themes of nostalgia and urban decay.
Kushner reflects on her formative years in New York, revealing a landscape markedly different from the bustling city it is today, underscoring the deep changes in urban culture.
The narrative invites readers to explore themes of identity and belonging through Kushner’s personal journeys and her unique perspective shaped by her diverse family background.
Through her experiences, Kushner articulates a sense of pervasive dread in urban living, particularly in the context of mundane tasks like laundry, serving as a metaphor for larger societal issues.
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