This story and interview were interesting, particularly having read "Secretary," a short story mentioned in the interview. "Mirrorball" was very different from "Secretary." The latter was sad and rather disturbing the whole way through, while the former, though sad, resolved itself. Interestingly, "Secretary" seemed far more transgressive than "Mirrorball." Its atmosphere is far more similar to the other works we've read, though "Mirrorball" is a bit odd too. I suppose "Mirrorball" was most like Nights at the Circus - transgressive-ish in a fantastic, magical sort of way.
The interview was interesting as well - it allowed me to see her literal voice and compare it to the voices of her works. It also touched on topics important and relevant to her, which were also interesting in light of her works. It was fascinating to hear about her novels, with which I am unfamiliar, because they sound so different from the two stories I've read, and yet, in keeping with her voice and style and her experiences that the interview touches upon.
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