Creation Lake

A secret agent, a radical commune, and a mission that becomes far more complicated than expected make Creation Lake by Rachel Kushner a compelling literary thriller. Shortlisted for the 2024 Booker Prize, this thought-provoking novel blends espionage, dark humour, political intrigue, and questions about civilisation and human nature.

About the Book

Sadie Smith is a thirty-four-year-old American undercover agent hired to infiltrate a commune of radical environmental activists in rural France. Her employers want her to investigate the group and its enigmatic elder, Bruno Lacombe, a man who has rejected modern civilisation and believes humanity should return to a more primitive way of life.
Confident in her ability to manipulate people, Sadie initially dismisses Bruno’s beliefs as impractical idealism. However, his unconventional ideas, personal history, and philosophical reflections gradually challenge her assumptions. As she becomes more involved with the commune, the boundaries between observer and participant begin to blur.
What starts as a professional assignment develops into a complex exploration of power, ideology, history, and the stories people tell themselves. With sharp observations and an intriguing central character, Creation Lake offers a distinctive reading experience for those who enjoy intelligent literary fiction with the tension of an espionage novel.

About the Author

Rachel Kushner is an acclaimed American novelist known for her distinctive prose and exploration of politics, culture, and contemporary society. Her notable works include The Flamethrowers and The Mars Room, both of which received major literary recognition.

Product Information

Book Title: Creation Lake
Author: Rachel Kushner
Publisher: Vintage Publishing
ISBN: 9781787334380
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publication Date: 5 September 2024
Pages: 416

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Creation Lake about?
It follows undercover agent Sadie Smith as she infiltrates an environmental activist commune in France and becomes drawn into its beliefs and secrets.
Who wrote Creation Lake?
The novel was written by Rachel Kushner, author of The Mars Room and The Flamethrowers.
Did Creation Lake receive literary recognition?
Yes, it was shortlisted for the 2024 Booker Prize.