Barnaby Gaitlin is an endearing loser, at odds with society and a misfit within his own successful, aspiring family. The gentle narrative spans a year in his life, his relationships with the diverse people around him and the effects they have upon one another.
Anne Tyler once again uses small everyday detail to bring alive the book and its characters in a thoroughly enjoyable manner.
(Sue Pratt - bwl 67 Winter 2013 ) |
