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Noah's Compass

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review by krohrich. July 14, 2010

posted in Cafe Libri: Reviewing Books & More

Noah's Compass by Anne Tyler

I’m an Anne Tyler fan having read most of her novels and she’s got a dedicated section in my bookcase. So when I see something new by her, I tend to head right out and get a copy of her latest offering. Noah’s Compass tells the story of Liam Pennywell, a middle-aged educator, who due to teacher downsizing finds himself without a job. Upheaval for anyone at that stage in their life, but add the fact that Liam then moves into a new smaller apartment, only to be assaulted … more

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review by Gail_Cooke. February 07, 2010

A BEAUTY OF A BOOK

Following a Pulitzer Prize for BREATHING LESSONS and accolades from every newspaper, journal, and reviewer imaginable for other works what further praise could be heaped upon the unparalleled Anne Tyler? She has captured readers once again with a story of ordinary people, their hopes, joys, regrets, and fears. Ordinary people, yes, but intriguing to us because Tyler presents them with such discernment, kindness, wisdom and humor. At 61 years of age Liam Pennywell lost his … more

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