Music for Wartime

In her highly anticipated collection, Rebecca Makkai showcases her remarkable storytelling prowess with a series of deeply moving short stories that blend intelligence, wit, and emotional depth. From a reality show producer manipulating love to a small-town minister grappling with faith after a circus elephant's death, each narrative explores the complexities of human relationships and personal revelations. Inspired in part by her own family history, Makkai's diverse tales affirm her status as a master of the form and promise a captivating reading experience.