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Jan 21, 2020cknightkc rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
THE DUTCH HOUSE will appeal to fans like me of slow, character-driven family sagas. I was initially intrigued by the gorgeous cover art, but once begun, I quickly found myself engrossed in the lives of siblings Danny and Maeve, who, along with the grandiose House, are at the heart of this drama. Much of this book’s appeal for me is due to author Ann Patchett’s nuanced writing and her ability to create complicated characters and a complex storyline while still producing a very readable story. With themes such as abandonment, family, loyalty, love, loss, and forgiveness, THE DUTCH HOUSE is ultimately about acceptance and letting go of the past. Although one may disagree with the characters’ choices and the ending, this book will stay with the reader long after it’s finished.