Hernan Diaz crafts an intricate puzzle set in 1920s New York that weaves together power, greed, and love across multiple narratives. When a Wall Street tycoon marries a young woman, their ascent through an era of excess and speculation sets the stage for secrets that a novelist now threatens to expose. This sweeping novel examines whether one person can alter the course of history, inviting readers to untangle questions of truth amid conflicting perspectives.
