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Following this, \u003cem\u003eThe Italian Teacher\u003c\/em\u003e weaves a poignant tale of art, ambition, and family dynamics through the eyes of the son of a legendary painter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Rise and Fall of Great Powers\u003c\/em\u003e, Rachman takes you on a literary adventure that follows a young woman's quest to uncover her mysterious past, set against a shifting backdrop of time and place. For a modern take on societal discontent, \u003cem\u003eBasket of Deplorables\u003c\/em\u003e offers a series of connected stories that examine the lives of those navigating political and personal upheavals in the digital age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach of these titles showcases Tom Rachman's skilful blend of fiction with a narrative that resonates deeply with contemporary readers. 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