mr_snilloc 's review for:

Mr Bridge by Evan S. Connell

3.75

challenging emotional funny informative reflective sad slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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Lionel Shriver's introduction hits the nail on the head when she says Connell has portrayed an archetype of American culture. Mr Bridge is an everyman who is reflected all across the US to this day. As markedly relevant today as it was in 1969.