Northwest Corner A Novel
Northwest Corner A Novel by John Burnham Schwartz, published by Random House Publishing Group on July 10, 2012, is a reprint edition comprising 320 pages. This novel explores the intricate dynamics of family relationships, focusing on Dwight Arno, who, twelve years after a tragic accident and subsequent prison time, is attempting to rebuild his life in California. As he navigates his solitary existence managing a sporting goods store and dating a woman unaware of his past, his estranged son Sam unexpectedly reenters his life, prompting both men to confront their shared struggles and the complexities of their bond.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of resilience and redemption as Dwight and Sam grapple with their histories and the challenges of reconnecting. The story presents a nuanced portrayal of familial ties, emphasizing the emotional weight of their experiences and the hope for reconciliation. With its focus on the indelible connections that persist despite life’s adversities, this literary work offers a thoughtful exploration of the human condition within the framework of fiction and sagas.
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“Nuanced and moving . . . [a] story about the indestructible bonds of family.”—The New York Times
From John Burnham Schwartz, one of the our most compelling and compassionate writers, comes a riveting novel about the complex, fierce, ultimately inspiring resilience of families in the face of life’s most difficult and unexpected challenges. Twelve years after a tragic accident and a cover-up that led to prison time, Dwight Arno, at fifty, is a man who has started over without exactly moving on. Living alone in California, Dwight manages a sporting goods store and dates a woman to whom he hasn’t revealed the truth about his past. Then Sam, Dwight’s estranged college-age son, shows up without warning, fleeing a devastating incident in his own life. As the two men are forced to confront their similar natures and their half-buried hopes for connection, they must also search for redemption in their attempts to rewrite, outrun, or eradicate the past.
Praise for Northwest Corner
“A great American novel.”—Abraham Verghese
“One of the most emotionally commanding novels of the year.”—NPR
“Exhilarating . . . In Schwartz’s hands, the narrative unfolds delicately, each chapter a puzzle piece that fits seamlessly into the whole. [Grade:] A.”—Entertainment Weekly
“A compelling tale of a family . . . finding their way back together again.”—The Christian Science Monitor
“Stark and deeply affecting . . . Readers will grow to care deeply about whether and how [the characters’] lives can be redeemed.”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
“The masterful Northwest Corner is that finest of things—a moral novel about mortal events.”—Dennis Lehane
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