A dark satire of literary ambition, following Maurice Swift's ruthless climb to fame through deceit and exploitation.
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A dark satire of literary ambition, following Maurice Swift's ruthless climb to fame through deceit and exploitation.
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Aspiring writer Maurice Swift, whose desire for fame exceeds his talent, uses a chance meeting with celebrated novelist Erich Ackermann in a West Berlin hotel in 1988 to obtain secrets about Ackermann's wartime activities, which becomes material for his first novel. Once Maurice has had a taste of literary fame, he knows he can stop at nothing in pursuit of that high. Moving from the Amalfi Coast, where he matches wits with Gore Vidal, to Manhattan and London, Maurice hones his talent for deceit...
What's Inside
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Romance & sex
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Moderate sexuality; some explicit references and impulsive sexual behavior described. Includes rape as a significant plot element with emotional impact.
Violence & gore
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Moderate violence; includes murder with some unsettling but not graphic depictions.
Profanity
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Minor profanity; occasional strong language but not pervasive.
Substance use
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No evidence found in available sources.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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Major presence; central gay characters and themes of unrequited love and identity.
Religious content
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No evidence found in available sources.
Magic & witchcraft
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No occult themes present.
Occult / demonology
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No evidence found in available sources.
Political content
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Minor themes; touches on historical context like Nazi Germany in backstory.
Self-harm / suicide
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Abuse & suffering
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Major focus; depicts coercive control, bullying, and emotional cruelty. Includes rape as a significant plot element with emotional impact.
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