Independent-minded, self-deluding, acerbic retired teacher Olive, living in a small Maine seaside community, is the thread that runs through this series of (mostly sad it has to be admitted) stories of her fellow citizens. The common theme is moments of truth in the lives of ordinary people, and 'truth' is the key word here. Sprout has an extraordinary ability to provide constant aahh-yes! moments of recognition that she has got people absolutely right. To be savoured.
(Annabel Bedini - bwl 85 Summer 2017 ) |
