CLO[w]N[e] is a darkly humorous and introspective narrative about a Man who, driven by loneliness, depression, and curiosity, creates a “Clone/Clown” of himself. The Man, living in isolation after his wife and children have left him, becomes obsessed with the idea of meeting himself. He wonders if he would like, dislike, or even be attracted to his own personality and appearance.
Using makeshift laboratory and beer-making equipment, he successfully grows a Clone from his own blood and flesh, nurturing it with the same food and drink he consumes, mainly beer and pizza. The Clone, once fully formed, is physically identical and shares all his memories and traits. Their initial interactions are awkward and surreal, filled with both fascination and discomfort as they confront the reality of being face-to-face with themselves.
The relationship quickly turns complicated. The Man and his Clone experience moments of intimacy, confusion, and escalating tension. Their conversations reveal that, while they share everything — including flaws and secrets — their sameness makes genuine connection impossible. The Clone becomes a mirror, reflecting the Man’s worst qualities and insecurities back at him.
As their interactions devolve into arguments and even physical altercations, the Man is forced to confront his own self-loathing and failures. The Clone’s presence becomes unbearable, highlighting the Man’s regrets, mistakes, and the reasons for his isolation.
CLO[w]N[e] is a comic and tragic
story of the existential crisis of identity.
Charles Ynfante's books are available at Amazon.com, Barnes and Noble.com, Apple Books, Kobo and other locations.
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