Carolyn answers “I read this a few years ago and it has...”

Cathy Kleinbart asked this question about Olive Kitteridge (Olive Kitteridge, #1):

I read this a few years ago and it has haunted me ever since. I'm wondering if anyone else felt that way. I recently found out that a movie or mini series is in the works. As much as I believe the novel was beautifully written, I won't be watching because I just found it so very sad and maybe "too" relaistic. Anyone else feel that way?

Carolyn I can relate to what you have stated. I think, for anyone who has family members who suffer from true depression, it is almost like reopening a healin…moreI can relate to what you have stated. I think, for anyone who has family members who suffer from true depression, it is almost like reopening a healing wound over and over again. I had forgotten about reading this book until the HBO miniseries was advertised. It is a sad book and it does give a very realistic view of the burden of loving someone with true clinical depression.(less)

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