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Rachel Kushner's new novel 'Creation Lake' is inspired by real-life espionage

NPR's Book of the Day

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Exploring Eco-Espionage and Moral Ambiguity in 'Creation Lake'

This chapter explores Rachel Kushner's novel 'Creation Lake,' highlighting themes of eco-espionage and radical politics through the journey of its protagonist, Sadie Smith, a freelance spy. The narrative uncovers complex character dynamics and moral ambiguities as it examines humanity's past and future.

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