Who Will Run The Frog Hospital by Lorrie Moore
The novel explores the complexities of female friendship and the nostalgia for adolescence through the eyes of its protagonist, Berie Carr, who reminisces about her teenage years while on a trip to Paris with her husband. The story delves into Berie's memories of her intense friendship with Sils, her best friend during her formative years in upstate New York. Amidst the backdrop of a 1970s summer job at an amusement park, the narrative captures the poignant and often painful transition from the innocence of childhood to the disillusionment of adulthood, highlighting the formative experiences that shape us and the enduring impact of our earliest bonds.
The 7497th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1994
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 147
- Words
- 31,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 65th on 100 Best Books to Read by Women Authors (Good Housekeeping)