Helpful Score: 2
A very sensitive witty story; a little offbeat with some humor, but very clever and thoughtful. This author is wonderful.
Helpful Score: 2
Have you ever read a book where you wanted to slap the protangonist? If not, read this one. Liam Pennywell (name, ugh!!)is completely ineffectual. Life sort of happens to him. In addition, he is 61, has decided that his life is winding down, so the likelihood of his finally grabbing the reins is slim. To Ms. Tyler's credit, the character of Liam is completely genuine - there is not a false note in his behavior through out the book. And there is a completely unexpected twist about 2/3rds through the book which almost makes it worthwhile because that moment is a stunner.
I was very excited to see Anne Tyler had a new book but I was so dissappointed:( i finished the book but I wasn't moved in the least:( I love all her other books:)!
Helpful Score: 1
This book resonates in your mind long after the story ends. It is very personal as it peeks into the mind of a man who thought he had an ever-diminishing role in society, only to find that around many corners there are high points and low points never expected.
Helpful Score: 1
I normally really enjoy this authors books, but this one left me feeling a little uneasy. there wasn't an easy feeling over the relationships in Liams life. I felt there was something missing. just dropped off, with no real ending unless, I just "missed" it. other than that aspect of it, I did enjoy it.
