Last Night at the Lobster by Stewart O'Nan

Imagine working at a Red Lobster on a snowy night. And imagine that this is the last night you'll work there because the restaurant is closing. That's the story line of this book.... one day in the life of the manager of the soon-to-be defunct Red Lobster. This short little book is incredibly detailed and well-written. Obviously, the author shadowed someone who works at Red Lobster because he knew the ins and outs of what's done there. But the characters are what make the book. Manny is the manager who's a hard-working but flawed guy, and his cast of cooks, waitresses, and customers make this book a gem. Loved it. - June