Description
In Elizabeth Strout's tender and contemplative novel, Lucy Barton, now a successful writer in her sixties, finds herself drawn back into the orbit of her first husband, William. When William, still a man of profound mysteries, summons Lucy to accompany him on a journey to confront his estranged half-sister, their shared past and unspoken feelings resurface. As they navigate the desolate landscapes of Maine, Lucy grapples with William's deep-seated anxieties and her own lingering grief, revealing the intricate tapestry of a marriage that shaped them both. This poignant exploration delves into themes of family, memory, and the enduring, often enigmatic, bonds that connect us.
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paperback
Penguin Books, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2021
181 pages
ISBN: 9780241992227
paperback
Penguin Books, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2022
ISBN: 9780241992210
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First Published
2022
Language
eng
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