A review by mckayladd
Tom Lake by Ann Patchett

emotional hopeful inspiring mysterious reflective relaxing 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? No

5.0

I loved this book. Even as I rate it 5 stars I can see how some people wouldn't like it as much. It is slower paced and at times I did find myself wishing it would speed up a little, but in the end I found the conclusion so satisfying I'm not sure what could have been cut (not that I'm qualified to even comment on that). It's a story about remembering and choices and just makes me want to write in my journal, watch a production of "Our Town" (or really any older theater play) and reminisce over my life so far and the lives of those around me. Would be a great book club read. Mild content and language.