“Magnificent. Kline, a master of alchemy, takes her reader on a journey full of awakenings. This book is both a feat of the imagination and a radical treatise on empathy.”

“A deeply felt, meticulously observed exploration of the mystery of marriage and family. I have loved all Kline’s books; this beautiful, thought-provoking novel is her best yet. A rare and courageous marvel.”

“The Foursome is a triumph of empathy and imagination, a wildly engaging, morally complex story made even richer by Christina Baker Kline’s fascinating connection to the real life story of Chang and Eng Bunker.”

“A masterful storyteller with an extraordinary subject. What a wonderful study of intimacy of all kinds, of love and tolerance, of growing together and growing apart — in short, of what it is to be human.”

“A breathtaking dive into identity, history and romantic love set against the backdrop of a country in turmoil, The Foursome stands as the jewel in the crown of Christina Baker Kline’s dazzling career. An unforgettable page-turner.”