Why did I love this book?
I set out to expand my horizons by reading a possibly-boring historical novel about a filthy-rich financier in the era of robber barons, but wow, this turned out to be full of surprises.
It begins with a novella-within-the-novel by an “author” from the 1920s, continues with a “memoir” by someone suspiciously similar to the protagonist of the novella, concludes with diary entries from someone else entirely, and it took me nearly the whole book to figure out what exactly I was reading.
I loved the up-ending expectations, writing that echoed other times and places, and the final revelation that I won’t spoil here. You’ll love it!
15 authors picked Trust as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.
Longlisted for the Booker Prize
The Sunday Times Bestseller
Trust is a sweeping, unpredictable novel about power, wealth and truth, set against the backdrop of turbulent 1920s New York. Perfect for fans of Succession.
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