I just saw today that this book made the New York Times' list of 100 notable books of 2015. And I agree. Hannaham manages to include many current issues: corporate agriculture, drug addiction, illegal and immoral labor practices, racism, grief, modern slavery, and single parenting. Eddie's mother ...
I think maybe 3.5 stars? (Why am I so absurdly concerned about stars? It's a good book--smart, well-written, moving, enjoyable. I didn't love it, but I do without qualification recommend it. I hope it sells a bunch of copies; I look forward to reading Hannaham's next novel.)Gary Gray seems tailor...