The Three Incestuous Sisters

The Three Incestuous Sisters

2005 • 176 pages

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The Three Incestuous Sisters is an evocative, illustrated book by the best-selling author of The Time Traveler's Wife, Audrey Niffenegger. Reminiscent of the gothic style of Edward Gorey, Niffenegger's visually stunning narrative affirms her genius as a storyteller. These rich pages present the tale of three very different sisters: one who is beautiful, one who is smart, and one who is talented. A melodrama of sibling rivalry unfurls as one sister is driven mad with jealousy due to the passionate love affair of another. Escalating to a dizzying climax, the romance of the two lovers ends in sabotage, shame, and despair. Haunting illustrations and lyrical prose depict a timeless tale of love, revenge, and ultimately, transcendence.

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This book was physically much larger than I expected and the art is gorgeous. The story is minimal and secondary to the illustrations. I was even more impressed when reading the afterward and understanding the process by which this visual novel was made. Highly recommend!

September 23, 2015