The Confabulist
The Confabulist
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Europe, North America • 1900s
2014
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Confabulist by Steven Galloway explores the intertwined stories of a man named Martin Strauss and the famous illusionist Harry Houdini. The novel delves into themes of memory, illusion, and truth as Strauss navigates his connection to Houdini and the impact on both their lives.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Melancholic
Emotional
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Confabulist by Steven Galloway offers a compelling narrative blending magic, mystery, and historical intrigue around Harry Houdini's life. Praised for its imaginative plot and engaging prose, the novel captivates readers, though some critique it for occasionally disjointed storytelling. Overall, it's an inventive exploration of illusion and reality.
Who Should Read The Confabulist?
Fans of historical fiction blended with mystery and magic, similar to The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern, will relish The Confabulist. Readers fascinated by illusions, identity, and reality—especially those intrigued by Harry Houdini’s life—will find this novel captivating.
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Novel • Fiction
Europe, North America • 1900s
2014
Adult
18+ years
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