Black Box
Black Box
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Brief
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Short Story • Fiction
Mediterranean Coast • Near Future
2012
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In "Black Box" by Jennifer Egan, a woman is on an undercover mission for her government, using her body as a tool to gather intelligence. Set in the future, the story explores themes of identity, technology, and sacrifice, as the protagonist navigates dangerous circumstances to achieve her objectives.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Challenging
Dark
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Black Box by Jennifer Egan is praised for its innovative storytelling and experimental format, delivering a gripping narrative through a series of tweets. Readers commend its futuristic spy-thriller elements and thought-provoking themes, though some find the fragmented structure challenging. Egan's creativity in blending technology with narrative is widely appreciated.
Who Should Read Black Box?
Fans of speculative fiction and narrative experimentation will enjoy Jennifer Egan's Black Box. Similar to those who appreciate works like Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale or George Orwell's 1984, readers intrigued by futuristic themes and thought-provoking storytelling will find it captivating.
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Short Story • Fiction
Mediterranean Coast • Near Future
2012
Adult
18+ years
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