Description

In this intimate novel, Lucy Barton finds herself unexpectedly reunited with her estranged mother during a hospital stay, forcing a deep dive into the complex currents of their past. As Lucy navigates her recovery, she confronts the lingering shadows of her rural Illinois upbringing, her ambitious journey to become a writer in New York, and the intricate tapestry of her family life. Through Lucy's keenly observant and deeply human voice, Elizabeth Strout masterfully explores themes of love, loss, and the enduring, often complicated, bonds that shape us. This powerful narrative illuminates the profound impact of a mother-daughter relationship and the quiet resilience of the human spirit.

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Random House

Published Jan 1, 2016

209 pages

ISBN: 9781400067695

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Penguin Books, Limited

Published Jan 1, 2016

208 pages

ISBN: 9780241248782

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First Published

2016

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for My Name Is Lucy Barton by Elizabeth Strout.

Death/Grief