Immaculate Conception

"Ling Ling Huang’s Immaculate Conception is one of those novels that are about so much that they’re hard to pin down. An exploration of art in the digital age, a narrative about the contrasts between those who have and those who don’t, a deep look at the world of art in a near future where most art is derivative or irrelevant, and a science-fiction tale of grief and friendship, this is a nuanced, complex novel that, despite its flaws, soars thanks to its author’s unflinching approach to discussing creation, originality and the volatile world of art."