A review by kellyofcali
Tom Lake by Ann Patchett

emotional hopeful lighthearted reflective relaxing fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

A really lovely story of family and love and not a lot, really (and yet also, a life), but it's very beautifully done. I became quite attached to the narrator/mother and her lovely family, and there are some good subtle "reveals" along the way that keep the story moving. A really nice read.
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