Old Babes in the Wood

By Margaret Atwood,

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The new collection from the legendary Atwood is led by the story of a married couple as they travel the road together, the moments big and small that make up a long life of love -- and what comes after

My heart is broken, Nell thinks. But in our family…

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1 author picked Old Babes in the Wood as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

This is a series of short stories. Each one pulls you right in. The writing is beautiful and the storylines are original and fun, emotional, and thought provoking. They stay with you a long time.

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