Perry Fox Explores Identity and Perspective in Debut Novel Lincoln's Double

In his debut novel, Lincoln's Double: Friend or Foe, author Perry Fox examines the psychological shift of a Confederate soldier tasked with impersonating Abraham Lincoln. The protagonist, Frank Fox, begins his mission as a soldier defending his home but soon finds his convictions challenged by the reality of the presidency.

As Frank inhabits the role of his enemy, the performance begins to overtake his original sense of self. He observes the burdens and moral complexities of the leader he was once sworn to oppose, leading to a profound internal conflict regarding his purpose and loyalties.

The narrative tracks Frank’s evolution from a combatant to a man struggling to reconcile his personal faith with his newfound empathy for the Union leader. The story culminates in a tragedy that forces the protagonist to reevaluate the meaning of his deception and the nature of his own humanity.