A review by bookedbymadeline
Tom Lake by Ann Patchett

lighthearted relaxing medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? N/A
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

I listened to the audio narrated by Meryl Streep! Switches between 1980s and 2020 as Lara recounts her life and foray into acting to her grown daughters years later.

I love the character studies and listening to Lara’s story with the same rapt attention as Emily, Maisie, and Nel! Listening to the audio felt like I was one of Lara’s daughters listening to their mothers story as well.

I spent many summers as a kid in traverse city so it felt very nostalgic ❤️ I loved the atmospheric setting descriptions of Michigan and found parts very funny and true, it really captures the “Pure Michigan” vibes 🌊 It also made me slightly homesick for Michigan summers!

Deeply relate to Lara with her bookish loves and despising the symbolism of the school gym 😅 This is a slow, picturesque story that felt relaxing and lighthearted! I enjoyed taking my time with this book and getting to know each character ❤️ A beautiful story of youth, nostalgia, and relationships!

 A stunning audiobook that felt like napping in the sun while listening to crashing waves
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