2min chapter

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In 'Five-Star Stranger,' a man gets hired on an app to pretend to be a girl's father

NPR's Book of the Day

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Intro

This chapter delves into the novel 'Five Star Stranger' by Kat Tang, which revolves around the unique idea of hiring strangers for personal roles in life. It examines the themes of identity and connection as the main character remains an enigmatic figure amid interactions rated through a specialized app.

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