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A love letter to pop music, American Spirits charts an icon’s fall—and an obsessive fangirl’s rise.
"If you're looking for a completely enthralling novel about ethereal fame, predatory music producers, and fickle fandom, look no further than the latest from Dorn... a titillating romp between art, work, and fantasy."
—Booklist, Starred Review
"Dorn has a fine ear for dialogue and a sharp view of a celebrity’s cosseted world. Just like its characters, this is messy and appealing in equal measure."
—Publishers Weekly
"The music writing in this book is outstanding, including intriguing real-world references and annotated playlists that will make you grateful for your streaming service. Dorn has a profound understanding of the relationship between an artist and her work . . . Nuanced characters, lively writing, and a heaping helping of bad behavior make the pages fly."
—Kirkus Reviews
"I inhaled this smoky, sinuous deep dive into the mechanics of fame and obsession. Dorn’s prose is addictive—sharp, textured, and endlessly perceptive about the ambition and resentment that often drive artists. A combustive cocktail of desire and self-destruction... I’ll read anything Anna Dorn writes."
—Kate Folk, author of Sky Daddy