~ Trade Paperback
~ New Release - 2024
A stunning reinvention of the myth of Narcissus as a modern novel of manners, The Portrait of a Mirror is about two young, well-heeled couples whose parallel lives intertwine over the course of one summer . . .
In this wickedly fun debut, A. Natasha Joukovsky crafts an absorbing portrait of modern romance, rousing real sympathy for these flawed characters even as she skewers them. Shrewdly observed, whip-smart, and shot through with wit and good humor, The Portrait of a Mirror is a piercing exploration of narcissism, desire, self-delusion, and the great mythology of love.
"Clever and witty and intricate, Joukovsky’s voice emphasizes her characters’ best features, like candlelight in a luxurious hotel bar.” -- Booklist