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In the hallowed halls of university, Madeleine Hanna finds herself at a crossroads, torn between the intellectual allure of her studies and the intoxicating pull of love. Her path diverges when she falls for the brilliant but troubled Leonard Bankhead, a choice that sets in motion a complex dance of desire, ambition, and existential questioning. As Madeleine navigates the labyrinthine landscape of her heart and mind, she grapples with the very nature of romantic love and the societal expectations that shape it. This novel masterfully explores themes of intellectualism, obsession, and the often-unpredictable trajectory of young adulthood, all rendered in Eugenides' signature elegant prose.

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paperback

Farrar Straus & Giroux

Published Oct 11, 2011

406 pages

ISBN: 9780374203054

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First Published

2011

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for The Marriage Plot by Jeffrey Eugenides.

Death/Grief
Suicide/Self-Harm
Substance Use