Description
In the faded mill town of Empire Falls, life unfolds with a potent mix of humor, heartache, and enduring grace. Miles Roby, a man tethered to the local diner and the ghosts of his past, navigates the complexities of family, friendship, and the suffocating grip of a town that seems to own everyone. As old secrets surface and the town's powerful matriarch casts a long shadow, Miles must confront the choices that have shaped his life and find a way to secure a brighter future for his daughter. Richard Russo masterfully captures the spirit of a blue-collar America, exploring themes of loyalty, regret, and the quiet resilience of the human heart.
Available Editions
paperback
Vintage Books
Published Jan 1, 2002
483 pages
ISBN: 9780375726408
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Details
First Published
2002
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Empire Falls by Richard Russo.