A review by aaraia
The Dutch House by Ann Patchett

emotional funny hopeful reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I didn’t think I would love this book but it was incredible. It’s a compelling family saga and every step of it made me feel like I was part of this family. And this house. The house pulled so many people in and created found family while creating actual family. I love the discovery of the family’s history as the main character ages. I loved his relationship with his sister. I loved that his relationship with his father almost continued even after the father died. Ann Patchett is a goddess of writing. Wow.