Such a diverse novel would make an excellent movie, obviously, especially if a fervent young actor starred in gloomy Los Angeles, foolishly seeking meaning within bizarre infinite world of illusion. That desperate guy in Buffalo, who yearns for a Star-Spangled Unpredictable Epic Adventure for the Ages, could be portrayed reckless though clever. Each character hears about ESS, a rumored ideal remedy for drastic heartaches and helping lead them to exciting Las Vegas. Alienated from society both men are writers—of each other. Can you tell who the real unreal author is?