A review by mattbt
Tom Lake by Ann Patchett

5.0

As an author, I admire the craft of the writing in this book. She knew where she was going, and went there in a clear and straightforward way with memorable characters I cared about and a story line that kept me interested.
I loved the way she handled the dual time lines, and the little aha moments when the two came together. So nicely done.
As a reader, I finished it in one long day because it was just enjoyable to read. I found myself smiling as I read it.
A simple story well told.