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The Late Child
The Late Child
Author: Larry McMurtry
An unforgettable addition to his widely acclaimed body of work, The Late Child is Larry McMurtry's tender, funny, and poignant sequel to The Desert Rose. McMurtry delivers another rich cast of characters -- and a heartfelt, bittersweet story that unfolds on the open road, in one woman's search for strength, understanding, and hope....  more »
ISBN-13: 9780671568184
ISBN-10: 0671568183
Publication Date: 11/1/1996
Pages: 480
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3.4 stars, based on 19 ratings
Publisher: Pocket
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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  • Currently 1.5/5 Stars.
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I was disappointed in this one although I have read and enjoyed many of his other books.

I tried several times to finish this novel but the plot ambled as if waiting for some character to get a grip and actually DO something rather than wait for fate to make a decision or carry the story and the journey on. The characters weren't very real to me. Especially the child, he wasn't believable or endearing, his dialogue didn't ring true even for a supposedly bright child.

I seldom meet a book i just can't finish, and most of his i've liked alot, so it surprised me that this was actually written by the author, more like something tossed off to met an obligation to his publisher. Sorry I WANTED to like it.
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The Late Child is the sequel to Desert Rose about a Las Vegas ex-showgirl who returns home to the news that her daughter has died of AIDS.
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