What You Make of Me

"In the face of tragedy, Dess’s narrator memorably dramatizes the anxiety-inducing exigencies of the creative arts, and the need of artists to remain focussed on their craft." — The New Yorker “Ms. Dess shrewdly explores the intersections between intimacy and possession.” — The Wall Street Journal In this mesmerizing debut from a bright new talent, two enigmatic and unforgettable siblings confront what – and who – they’re willing to sacrifice for their art On the eve of her first solo show, Ava