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The Hearing Test: A Novel

Name: The Hearing Test: A Novel
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Book Synopsis: A young woman reorients her relationship to the world in the wake of sudden deafness in this mesmerizing debut novel for readers of Rachel Cusk, Clarice Lispector, and Fleur Jaeggy.

When the narrator of The Hearing Test, an artist in her late twenties, awakens one morning to a deep drone in her right ear, she is diagnosed with Sudden Deafness, but is offered no explanation for its cause. As the specter of total deafness looms, she keeps a record of her year—a score of estrangement and enchantment, of luck and loneliness, of the chance occurrences to which she becomes attuned—while living alone in a New York City studio apartment with her dog.

Through a series of fleeting and often humorous encounters—with neighbors, an ex-lover, doctors, strangers, family members, faraway friends, and with the lives and works of artists, filmmakers, musicians, and philosophers—making meaning becomes a form of consolation and curiosity, a form of survival. At once a rumination on silence and a novel on seeing, The Hearing Test is a work of vitalizing intellect and playfulness which marks the arrival of a major new literary writer with a rare command of form, compression, and intent.

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Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing debut novel, The Hearing Test, that will captivate readers of Rachel Cusk, Clarice Lispector, and Fleur Jaeggy. This compelling story follows a young woman who is diagnosed with Sudden Deafness, causing her to reevaluate her relationship with the world. As she faces the possibility of complete deafness, she embarks on a year-long journey filled with estrangement and enchantment, luck and loneliness. Experience her unique perspective as she navigates the complexities of life in a New York City studio apartment with her faithful canine companion.

Throughout the pages of this remarkable novel, the protagonist encounters a multitude of characters that bring humor and depth to her story. From neighbors to doctors, ex-lovers to distant friends, and even icons in the world of art, music, and philosophy, these chance encounters grant her a fresh understanding of existence. Through the act of making meaning from her experiences, she finds solace and curiosity in her journey. The Hearing Test is an intellectual exploration of silence and sight, ultimately showcasing the importance of perception and our humanity.

Prepare to be enchanted by the unique blend of intellect, playfulness, and purpose in The Hearing Test. This extraordinary debut marks the arrival of a brilliant new literary voice with a remarkable command of form and compression. Don't miss out on experiencing this thought-provoking and enlightening novel that will leave you pondering the complexities of life, relationships, and self-discovery.

Grab your copy of The Hearing Test today and delve into a world that will challenge your perceptions and open your mind to new perspectives.

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