“Flawless . . . Tightly choreographed . . . Shipstead gains entry into exclusive worlds and trains her opera glasses on private social rituals, as well as behind-the-scenes hanky panky . . . Similar to classic ballet, the power of Astonish Me arises out of the pairing of a melodramatic storyline with scrupulously executed range of movement . . . Shipstead sweeps you into this insider world of sweat, narcissism, and short-lived magic . . . Transcendent.”
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Maureen Corrigan
Maureen Corrigan is an accomplished American journalist recognized for her role as a book and cultural critic. Born on July 30, 1955, she has made significant contributions to publications such as The Washington Post and The New York Times. Corrigan's reviews are celebrated for their insightful and humorous analysis. more