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Life of M by Rachel Cusk review
A teasing tale of the friendship between a writer and an actor explores the fallout from fame, and the blurring between pretence and reality
TL;DR
- The novel "Life of M" by Rachel Cusk centers on a famous actor, M, drawing parallels to Natalie Portman's career.
- The narrator's proposed autobiography of M quickly dissolves into a detached observation of M's life and the narrator's own perceived falseness.
- Cusk's narrative interweaves episodes from M's life with the narrator's experiences, emphasizing the meticulous description of appearances as a form of certainty.
- The book explores the corrosive effects of fame on relationships and the complex blend of purity and cynicism in those under public scrutiny.
- While "Life of M" demonstrates Cusk's formidable intelligence and technical skill, its detachment and lack of humor leave the reader admiring it more than loving it.