My second read of Elizabeth Strout Good story I too would say, I want to sit with Elizabeth Strout and have a cup of coffee. In her writing, I again can absolutely hear her voice telling this story.

This book was lovely on so many fronts.

I expected more from the number of positive reviews but was disappointed and had to speed read to get through it. The characters weren’t developed and were depressing - the story itself wasn’t interesting because of that. In the end I just didn’t care what their backstory or even current story was.

Complicated yet clearly written, this story takes off in many unexpected directions. Much of the action is directed by questions of place, personality, circumstance and deception, with a good look at preconceived perceptions of native and immigrant populations. Fulfilling and thought provoking.

Sorry, #6...this book was anything but slow. Beautifully written, with very interesting characters, each one with his/her own story. I have read all of Elizabeth Strout's books and this is her best work.

Half the book is now highlighted with sentences I found staggeringly phrased, beautiful or insightful, or usually all three. I want to sit down and have a cup of tea with Elizabeth Strout who has become one of my favorite authors. The disappointment in finishing The Burgess Boys thank is matched by the anticipation of reading Abide with Me. Thank goodness.

Wonderful book! Don't you love books about Maine. Well written a page turner.

A slllllloooooowwwwwv read. I kept waiting for a twist in the story, something to boost it, but it never came. I couldn't get through it. Very disappointing.

This book was an unexpected pleasure to read. Terrific character development and a story well told. I will definately look into her other books, as this was the first I had read by her.

The only reason I chose to read this book is because my name is Burgess, and I was curious. Now, I want it read other books by Ms Strout. The character development was thorough and the author took the opportunity to weave different cultures and diversity into a fabric of family and community.