The Double Bind

Many readers will recognize well-worn references to "Great Gatsby" and its fictional West Egg setting, but Chris Bohjalian puts a intriguing genre-bending spin on the liteary classic in the story of Laurel Estabrook, a young woman attempting to rebuild her life after a brutal attack. Formerly outgoing, Laurel has withdrawn into her photography and working at a homeless shelter. When she discovers the portfolio of the homeless Bobbie Crocker, a mentally ill and formerly successful photographer, the concidences between their lives will propel Laurel into a search for the truth. From Jay Gatsby to Daisy Buchannan, the characters Laurel meets create an unforgettable literary journey.