{"product_id":"9781780330969","title":"A Visit From the Goon Squad","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE FOR FICTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cit\u003eA Visit From the Goon Squad\u003c\/it\u003e intricately weaves the lives of its characters, primarily focusing on Sasha, a woman grappling with her compulsions and a tumultuous past filled with violence and escapism. As she navigates her thirties, her life intersects with Bennie Salazar, an ageing former punk rocker turned record executive, who unknowingly employs her. The narrative unfolds through a series of interconnected stories, revealing the complexities of time, memory, and the music industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime and Change:\u003c\/strong\u003e The novel explores how time impacts relationships and personal identity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRedemption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Characters seek forgiveness and understanding amidst their failures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArt and Memory:\u003c\/strong\u003e The influence of music serves as a backdrop, highlighting how art shapes experiences and connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWriting Style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEgan's innovative narrative structure employs shifting perspectives and diverse formats, including a PowerPoint presentation within the storyline, making the reading experience both engaging and thought-provoking. Her prose is rich in detail, capturing the essence of each character's journey while maintaining a lyrical quality that resonates deeply with the reader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n    \"A brilliant exploration of the connections between people and the passage of time.\" \n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis novel will appeal to readers who appreciated David Mitchell's \u003cit\u003eCloud Atlas\u003c\/it\u003e or Jennifer Egan's own \u003cit\u003eLook at Me\u003c\/it\u003e, as it delves into the complexities of human experiences across different eras and settings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little, Brown Book Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53481791783244,"sku":"9781780330969","price":11.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9781780330969_front.webp?v=1765296289","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/fr-eu\/products\/9781780330969","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}