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In "S.", J. J. Abrams presents an unconventional narrative in which a young woman finds a book left by a stranger. Its margins are filled with his reflections on a novel called Ship of Theseus, written by the enigmatic author V.M. Straka. The woman responds with her own notes, initiating a dialogue that leads both of them on a surprising, sea‑themed adventure. Themes of identity, trust, and the blurred line between reader and character permeate this tale of mystery, romance, and suspense.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Literary Fiction/Experimental Fiction
Authors: J. J. Abrams
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