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In 1969, as Peter, Paul and Mary croon on the radio and poster paints splash the latest antiwar slogans, three young friends find love. Suzanne, a poet, lives in a Maine beach house awaiting the birth of a child she will call Sparrow. Claudia, who weds a farmer during college, plans to raise three strong sons. Elizabeth and her husband marry, organize protests, and try to rear two children with their hippie values. By 1985, things have changed: Suzanne, now with an MBA, calls Sparrow "Susan." Claudia spirals backward into her sixties world―and madness. And Elizabeth, fatally ill, watches despairingly as her children yearn for a split-level house and a gleaming station wagon.
Somewhere Off the Coast of Maine is Ann Hood's stunning debut novel about the choices we make when we are young, and the changes brought about by the passing of time.
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Looking for a captivating novel that will transport you back to the Vietnam era? Somewhere Off the Coast of Maine by Ann Hood is a must-read. With its vivid portrayal of the time period, this novel captures the essence of the 1960s like no other. Immerse yourself in the lives of three young friends as they navigate love, life, and the challenges of their generation.
Step into the world of Suzanne, a talented poet, who waits anxiously for the arrival of her child, Sparrow, in her cozy Maine beach house. Join Claudia, who defies societal norms by marrying a farmer and is determined to raise her three sons to be resilient. Experience the passionate rebellion of Elizabeth and her husband, as they protest against the establishment and strive to pass on their hippie values to their two children.
Fast forward to 1985, and things have changed. Suzanne is now a successful professional with an MBA, but her relationship with Sparrow has evolved. Claudia, on the other hand, finds herself spiraling back into her sixties world, facing battles with her own sanity. Meanwhile, Elizabeth observes with despair as her children yearn for a conventional suburban life, far removed from the values they were raised with.
Ann Hood's Somewhere Off the Coast of Maine is a stunning debut novel that delves deep into the choices we make in our youth and examines the profound impact of time. This captivating story will make you question your own past decisions and reflect on how the passage of years can alter our lives in unexpected ways.
Ready to embark on a literary journey that will transport you back in time? Don't miss out on Somewhere Off the Coast of Maine. Explore the world of Suzanne, Claudia, and Elizabeth as they navigate the winds of change in a tumultuous era. Discover why this novel has been praised by the New York Times Book Review, and experience the power of Ann Hood's storytelling.
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