The Troupe focuses on George Carole, a talented, 16-year-old pianist. His mother died at childbirth and now he’s searching for the father he’s never met. George thinks his dad is the infamous vaudeville troupe leader Heironomo Silenus, so he joins the vaudeville troupe with hopes of getting one step closer to a family reunion.
After he finds his father and attends a performance by the troupe, George learns there’s far more behind the performance than just a bunch of freakish acts. In fact, the effect the troupe has on audiences is changing the world for the better, and now they’re running from those who want to destroy them.
Before too long, George finds himself faced with new magical possibilities and theories—theories that if proven true, may rid of the world of evil for good.
Set in the early 20th century, The Troupe opens onto the rich vaudeville scene in all its captivating and seductive splendor. The story picks up in chapter 3 when George finds his father’s troupe and attends their show. The rest of the book is a wild journey that encompasses a slew of genres including fantasy, horror, and mystery.
I don’t know why I expected a horrifying cringe-and-puke experience while reading this book. It was surprisingly pleasant and genius. It’s highly creative and has a calming effect—you can read this novel and simply enjoy it after a long day. It’s also impossible to predict. Good stuff.
Other books by Robert Jackson Bennett include:
- The Company Man (2009)
- American Elsewhere (2013)
- Vigilance (2019)
What did you think about The Troupe?
Last Updated on December 8, 2025 by Sarah Ann
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