44 pages • 1 hour read
Chloe BenjaminThe Immortalists
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In The Immortalists, the Gold siblings—Varya, Daniel, Klara, and Simon—visit a fortuneteller who predicts their death dates, profoundly impacting their lives. Simon becomes a ballet dancer in San Francisco but dies young. Klara, a magician, falls into alcoholism and dies in Las Vegas. Daniel's pursuit of the fortuneteller leads to his death. Varya, deeply involved in anti-aging research, reconnects with her estranged son.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Chloe Benjamin's The Immortalists has garnered acclaim for its rich character development and thought-provoking narrative about fate and free will. Critics praised the novel's imaginative premise and emotional depth. However, some noted a predictable plot and occasional melodrama. Overall, it's a compelling but divisive exploration of life's impermanence.
Who Should Read The Immortalists?
Readers who enjoy exploring themes of fate, family dynamics, and the influence of personal choices would find The Immortalists compelling. Similar to fans of The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern and The Secret History by Donna Tartt, this novel attracts those intrigued by character-driven narratives and philosophical questions about destiny.