I've attended many author talks, but I've never had the chance to hear Richard Russo speak. And I'd love to have that opportunity. I love the way he writes with that little touch of humor and his amazing way of developing his characters. I imagine hearing him speak would be very entertaining. This is probably the 5th book of his I've read, and while it isn't my favorite, it still is a great novel.
The story is about 3 men who were friends in college and graduated in 1971! (Sound familiar?) They attended a small liberal arts college where they were on a scholarship so earned money working in the kitchen of a sorority house. A major event during their college years was when they gathered around the tv at the Theta house and watched the lottery draft drawing. (Again, sound familiar?) The story moves forward to when they meet at a seaside home of one of the men when they are in their late 60's. It's a story of friendship, secrets, and nostalgia. Some of the reviewers complained about his long-winded descriptions, and yes, they are there. But much of this prose is the kind you want to re-read for how well constructed it is. I do recommend it but I also highly recommend most of his other books too. - June
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I'm such a literary copycat, but I, too, love this author's works and this book was no exception. thanks, june.
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