Lorna Mott Comes Home by Diane Johnson

In this engaging novel, a seasoned art historian and expatriate, after a long stay in France, returns to her native California to navigate the complexities of her personal and professional life. As she grapples with the challenges of re-establishing herself in a familiar yet changed environment, she encounters a tapestry of family dynamics, romantic entanglements, and cultural contrasts. Her journey is marked by introspection and humor, as she seeks to reconcile her past with her present, ultimately discovering new facets of herself and the world around her.

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