Anne Tyler is not an author for everyone. She is not a populist author. She takes her time building characters and defining plots. You don't so much read her novels - you experience them. She is not an immediate writer, you need to enjoy her style which is extremely realistic, which sometimes translates as slow moving. I liked Noah's Compass a lot, but still preferred Breathing Lessons. Tyler writes literature, not populist books like James Patterson or Michael Connelly (I like both of these writers, don't get me wrong).

The last person who reviewed this book on here obviously doesn't get Anne Tyler. This book was just as enjoyable as the Accidental Tourist. A good read.

This was the first book I've read of Anne Tyler.....not sure I'll read another. Waste of my time!!!