The Prestige

The plot of the novel is based on the fierce rivalry between two outstanding illusionists in the second half of the 19th century. The enmity, which began in early youth, turns their lives into an endless competition. Over the years,... the desire to achieve a final, crushing victory over the opponent becomes unbearable, and the struggle reaches such intensity that any means are justified, including the theft of others' secrets, prompting the audience during the performance, and outright disruption of the show. Yet each remains a virtuoso in their craft and continuously perfects their skills, inventing ever more intricate tricks. And now both are successful, wealthy, and have reached unprecedented heights in the art of illusion. Heights that cross the boundary of reality. But one of them is ready to go even higher…