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A review by erinbro1
Olive, Again by Elizabeth Strout
4.0
Reading in the time of COVID-19 has been challenging to say the least. Even the most compelling material can't keep my mind from wandering to the latest news updates. I think the mayhem definitely lessened my ability to enjoy Olive, Again as I would have if life was more normal.
That being said, I really enjoyed spending time with Olive and the other characters in her Maine community when I could get my mind to focus. Elizabeth Strout beautifully captures the tragedy and beauty of everyday existence.
I might switch to re-reading old favorites for the time being as way to comfort myself during these uncertain times. And I'd love to revisit this book when my mind is more clear.
That being said, I really enjoyed spending time with Olive and the other characters in her Maine community when I could get my mind to focus. Elizabeth Strout beautifully captures the tragedy and beauty of everyday existence.
I might switch to re-reading old favorites for the time being as way to comfort myself during these uncertain times. And I'd love to revisit this book when my mind is more clear.