A review by carmenx9
Housekeeping by Marilynne Robinson

challenging emotional reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Feeling painfully seen in this one, seeing the magic and confusion of that odd brand of family unique to rural America - especially those outdoor childhoods - echoed back at you is a trip, especially through Robinson's words veering between the abstract and realistic. Hugely recommended