"The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay," by Michael Chabon

Coming in at around 650 pages, we've got a NYC-based novel recommended by not only some of our own book club's members, but also the Pulitzer Prize Committee, the New York Times (100 Best Books of the 21st Century), the New York Society (Library Award), and more. Its subject matter also provides a nice follow-up to our June selection. Over 200,000 readers have cumulatively given this selection 4 out of 5 stars since its 2000 publication. Those reviewers' commentaries span the spectrum from "utter tripe" to "basically flawless"--that's quite the variety of opinions! What will yours be for our discussion?!

From Goodreads:

Joe Kavalier, a young Jewish artist who has also been trained in the art of Houdini-esque escape, has just smuggled himself out of Nazi-invaded Prague and landed in New York City. His Brooklyn cousin Sammy Clay is looking for a partner to create heroes, stories, and art for the latest novelty to hit America - the comic book. Drawing on their own fears and dreams, Kavalier and Clay create the Escapist, the Monitor, and Luna Moth, inspired by the beautiful Rosa Saks, who will become linked by powerful ties to both men. With exhilarating style and grace, Michael Chabon tells an unforgettable story about American romance and possibility.