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Family Fang

Book • 2011
The Family Fang tells the story of Annie and Buster Fang, the children of performance artists Caleb and Camille Fang, who involve their kids in their public performances from a young age.

These performances often blur the line between reality and art, leaving Annie and Buster with a complex and unconventional upbringing.

As adults, Annie and Buster struggle to find their own identities outside of their parents' influence.

When their parents disappear, Annie and Buster are forced to confront their past and question the truth behind their family's artistic endeavors.

The novel explores themes of family, identity, and the blurred boundaries between art and life.

It delves into the challenges of growing up in an eccentric environment, capturing the complexities of familial relationships.

Ultimately, it is a story about searching for authenticity and finding one's place in the world, while also grappling with the legacy of one's upbringing.

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