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The Fraud: A Novel

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Listen to Zadie Smith in conversation about The Fraud on Poured Over: The B&N Podcast.

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In her first work of historical fiction, Smith takes on the divisive "Tichborne Trial" that took place in Victorian England — and just happens to feature Charles Dickens. A brilliant book about authenticity and belief.

The New York Times bestseller• One of the New York Times 10 Best Books of the Year• One of NPR's Best Books of the Year Named a Best Book of the Year by Publishers Weekly and BookPage • One of Oprah Daily's Best Novels of 2023

“[A] brilliant new entry in Smith’s catalog . . . The Fraud is not a change for Smith, but a demonstration of how expansive her talents are.” —Los Angeles Times

From acclaimed and bestselling novelist Zadie Smith, a kaleidoscopic work of historical fiction set against...

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