That Old Cape Magic A Novel
That Old Cape Magic by Richard Russo is a reprint edition published by Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group on June 1, 2010. This 272-page novel explores the complexities of a 30-year marriage through the lens of Griffin, whose memories and experiences are deeply intertwined with Cape Cod. The narrative unfolds as Griffin navigates the emotional landscape of family ties, reflecting on both the joys and challenges of his relationships.
Readers will find a rich portrayal of family life and the psychological nuances that accompany long-term commitments. As Griffin grapples with the presence of his parents’ ashes and the dynamics of his wife Joy’s large family during their daughter’s wedding, the story balances humor and poignancy. That Old Cape Magic delves into the intricacies of marriage and the enduring connections that shape our lives, making it a thoughtful exploration of love and family.
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The Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Empire Falls delivers his most intimate novel yet: “An astute portrait of a 30-year marriage, in all its promise and pain…. His honest, heartfelt storytelling—like a cooling breeze off a certain New England shoreline—has never felt fresher” (People).
For Griffin, all paths, all memories, converge at Cape Cod. The Cape is where he took his childhood summer vacations, where he and his wife, Joy, honeymooned, where they decided he’d leave his LA screenwriting job to become a college professor, and where they celebrated the marriage of their daughter Laura’s best friend. But when their beloved Laura’s wedding takes place a year later, Griffin is caught between chauffeuring his mother’s and father’s ashes in two urns and contending with Joy and her large, unruly family. Both he and she have also brought dates along. How in the world could this have happened? By turns hilarious, rueful, and uplifting, That Old Cape Magic is a profoundly involving novel about marriage, family, and all the other ties that bind.
Look for Richard Russo’s new book, Somebody’s Fool, coming soon.
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