The Summer Guest
Book description
With a rare combination of emotional insight, narrative power, and lyrical grace, Justin Cronin transforms the simple story of a dying man’s last wish into a rich tapestry of family love.
“A work of art . . . a great American novel.”—The Philadelphia Inquirer
On an evening in late summer,…
Why read it?
1 author picked The Summer Guest as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
For obvious reasons (see my book, referenced below), I looked forward to reading this book, largely because it is set at a resort in Maine. The author did an amazing job bringing me to this beautiful, albeit fictional, place. The book weaves the resort's past and present into a story about a longtime renter who returns one last time as he struggles with cancer.
This is a story about the magic draw and appeal of a lake cabin, but the best part is how Cronin weaves together the characters' relationships. It's a great summer read!
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