This critical review examines Truong's 2019 novel, focusing on the four women narrators who, in telling the story of Patrick Lafcadio Hearn, assert that one person's story--even that of a historical figure like Hearn--is never only his own. Exploring Truong's decentered narrative, the essay emphasizes the novel's reflections on the nature of storytelling itself, asserting, ultimately, that the novel is well-worth the read for its delicious language and provocative insight.
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