Author: Doctorow, Cory
Synopsis:
In "Someone Comes to Town, Someone Leaves Town," a man named Alan moves to a new neighborhood, hoping for a fresh start. However, his family is far from ordinary. His father is a mountain, his mother is a washing machine, and his brothers are a set of nesting dolls. As Alan navigates his unusual family dynamics, he becomes entangled in a web of secrets and mysteries that threaten to unravel his newfound stability. With the arrival of a new neighbor, Alan's life takes an unexpected turn, forcing him to confront his past and make difficult choices that will shape his future.
Genres:
Fantasy, Magical Realism, Contemporary Fiction
Themes:
Identity, Family, Secrets, Transformation
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