My Life as a Fake

Peter Carey's wickedly inventive novel (published by Faber & Faber) blurs the line between fiction and reality in spectacular fashion. Inspired by Australia's infamous Ern Malley hoax, this is a story about literary deception, identity, and the dangerous power of creation. Set between Melbourne and steamy Kuala Lumpur, Carey weaves a tale where a fabricated poet takes on a life of his own—with unsettling consequences. Perfect for readers who love metafiction, literary mischief, and stories that keep you guessing.