Tom Lake by Ann Patchett
Set against the backdrop of a Michigan orchard during the COVID-19 pandemic, the story revolves around a mother named Lara who recounts her youthful romance with a famous actor to her three grown daughters. As they pick cherries and navigate the complexities of their own lives, Lara's tales of love, ambition, and choices made long ago reveal the intricate layers of family bonds and the enduring impact of past decisions on the present. Through this intimate narrative, themes of memory, identity, and the passage of time are poignantly explored.
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- Published
- 2023
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- English
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- 11th on The 100 Greatest Books of 2023 (The Greatest Books)
- 17th on 100 Best Books of the 21st Century (Book Enthusiast Substack)
- 82nd on Readers Pick Their 100 Best Books of the 21st Century (NY Times)
- 96th on Australia’s Radio National top 100 books of the 21st century (ABC Radio national)
- 1489th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)