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Oh William! (Amgash, #3)

Elizabeth Strout

Start date: April 15, 2022

Finish date: May 15, 2022

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Nov 25, 2021 Clifford rated it it was amazing

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Lucy Barton is such a fascinating character whom we know from an earlier story and a novel by Strout. Here she is at her neurotic best, over-thinking things and trying to help other people understand what's going on. This is truly a voice-driven novel with, it must be said, a pretty thin plot. So read it for Lucy's voice and her character and don't worry about what's happening. ...more

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Oct 12, 2022 Joyce rated it really liked it

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It is hard to imagine a divorced couple getting along as well as Lucy and William do. Yet, I am aware of other ex-couples who maintain friendships. William doesn't strike me as the most empathetic individual and Lucy is incredibly patient. It is a thoughtful story. ...more

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Jan 20, 2022 Lee rated it really liked it

Introspective. It feels very intimate. Lucy surprises herself and us with her musings. At the end she says” we are all mysteries. This may be the only thing in the world I know to be true.”

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