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Portia Nathan has spent years hiding behind her role as a Princeton University admissions officer, letting her busy career and stable home keep her past at bay. When a life‑altering choice from her past suddenly returns, she faces an emotional trial that mirrors the very admissions process she oversees.
In "Admission," Korelitz offers a compelling look at the complexities of college admissions while exploring how hidden truths can unsettle even the most secure lives. Portia’s journey forces her to weigh the acceptance of her own future against the demands she places on others, revealing the profound power of admission in all its forms.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Literary Fiction/Contemporary Literary Fiction
Authors: Jean Hanff Korelitz
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