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The Late Child
The Late Child: A Novel | Larry McMurtry
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An unforgettable addition to his widely acclaimed body of work, The Late Child is Larry McMurtry's tender, funny, and poignant sequel to The Desert Rose. McMurtry delivers another rich cast of characters -- and a heartfelt, bittersweet story that unfolds on the open road, in one woman's search for strength, understanding, and hope. Harmony is the optimistic, resilient Las Vegas ex-showgirl who returns home one day to the news that her beloved daughter has died, in New York, of AIDS. She manages to stay afloat, buoyed by her precocious five-year-old son, Eddie, and her two outspoken sisters as they set forth on a journey across the country, seeking answers about her daughter's death. From Nevada to New York to Oklahoma, the eccentrics Harmony and her entourage meet nudge them closer to an inner peace with life, and a way to find hope in the future. Alive with inventive storytelling and honest emotion, The Late Child is a warm, enriching experience that celebrates the unique relationship between mother and child.
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JanuarieTimewalker13
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Desert Rose Book 2. The books starts out with a tragic revelation for Harmony. Harmony‘s sisters fly to Las Vegas to be with her and her 5 year old son, Eddie. The title serves as a double entendre..which I thought was interesting. A Road trip to NY ensues and all kinds of crazy happens in the midst of deep grief. I loved both books. McMurtry is highly readable and crafts a great yarn, he reminds of of Stephen King in that way.

JanuarieTimewalker13 3/16/24 Book 9 2024. 2w
dabbe 🖤🐾🖤 2w
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Teresereading
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Loved this, bitter sweet. The sisters' madcap road trip across the panhandle was a highlight. Las Vegas to New York and back to Oklahoma.

JanuarieTimewalker13 Oh, I‘m happy you enjoyed this. I just requested a copy of this from my library…just finished Desert Rose. I like the cover! (edited) 4w
Teresereading @JanuarieTimewalker13 I haven‘t read Desert Roseyet 4w
JanuarieTimewalker13 Ohhh!! Do you think you will? 4w
Teresereading Yes I hope to 4w
JanuarieTimewalker13 I am loving this book so much!! I think this duology needs more love! 3w
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