Katie Kitamura, an evocative voice in contemporary literature, captivates readers with her latest novel, "Audition." This work follows her acclaimed trajectory, which has seen her explore complex themes of performance and privacy, particularly in the haunting realms of middle age and family dynamics.Set against the backdrop of a New York City apartment, Kitamura’s narrative invites the reader into an eerie exploration of identity, reflecting subtle influences from the horror genre in literature.