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" A book that reminds us that our life is impacted by others and we impact those we come in contact with. "

" What an interesting book and a great read. The characters were unique and sad and funny. Engaged intellect and emotions. "

" Amazing story....unforgettable primary character. I'll be thinking about Olive for years...Elizabeth Strout has written a real gem here and deserves the Pulitzer that she won for this book. Highly recommend! "

" I didn't think I would like it but I really did. Some of the stories made me cry and this book definitely made me think and feel beyond a typical set of short stories. "

" Depressing. Couldn't finish it. Bummed me out so I almost threw it away. "

" Something that I wouldn't normally read, it is a series of portraits and vignettes colored by pathos, humor, and a grudging sense of kindness. The world as seen through the eyes of Olive Kitteridge. "

" I will never forget Olive Kitteridge - the book, yes, but the main character, definitely! She is as real to me as my best friend. She breathes, laughs, curses, and says all the things "you" wish you could say! She is complex, unpredictable, and perfect! "

" A good, quiet book. It was interesting to see the character of Olive illuminated across different stories about other characters in her town. "

" This book was far too sad to garner more than 3 stars. And it was a good book. "

" I like her writing style. And the development of the characters. But I wish there was more interaction between the characters. I feel like I was left hanging from chapter to chapter. "

" This is not your typical novel and it is certainly not a fluff read...each story within the story gave me something to think about; haunting is the one word I would use to describe this novel....these characters are the ones who you revisit in your mind over and over again.... "

" Absolutely loved this novel Olive whow "

" Very good book. Made me think about my life and how I want to live. "

" She is a great writer but I did find this book a bit of a slog, mainly because there isn't a strong narrative thread. It was almost like linked short stories. "

" Amazing. There is a little bit of Olive in each of us and Strout describes the human condition with humour and compassion. This book makes you think. "

" Great book layered with multiple stories, both bittersweet and inspirational. "

" I really enjoyed this story, and I wanted to give this book four stars the whole time I was reading it . . . until the end!! I wanted a little more; I needed all the ends tied together. "

" So beautifully written and the most honest characters I've met in a long time. LOVE this book! "

" not finishing this. Im having to read the same paragraphs over and over. "

" My favorite short story collection ever--usually, I'm more of a novel person, but this one had me just turning the pages, completely hooked. I love how human the characters are. I love them, period. "

" I listened to the audio book and couldn't make it past the first CD. Maybe it was just the person reading it, but I felt like I was listening to On Golden Pond without the sense of humor. "

" Found this book in the lending library at Camp.... depressing in a way, but made me chuckle multiple times. I was hooked after the 2nd chapter. Perhaps it made me uncomfortable, wondering if there is some "Olive" in my parenting of my only child. Jeez, let's hope not too much! "

" Profiles of various people all revolving around Olive. Sometimes she is a sentence or two, sometimes the whole chapter. Good writing, but a Pulitzer winner? "

" Superb read. I highly recommend. I'm wordless when it comes to Strout. Simply waiting for her next novel with bated breath. "

" Spectacular collection of short stories ... Some more engrossing than others all centered around a cranky New England woman. Loved it! "

" Some of the stories seemed kind of pointless, but others were quite gripping. Olive becomes a much more sympathetic character as the book progresses. "

" Thought-provoking.
This is a novel in stories. We are shown Olive through the perspective of her own and other people's lives. So thought-provoking that I'm on my second time through. "

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Stayed with me, Olive Kitteredge is a wonderful character. Some truths about life. Worth reading. "

" While the book is well written, I felt the stories were a little disjointed. I couldn't really connect with the main character. "

" Was good - somewhat somber with strong psychological themes. Olive Kitteridge is definitely an interesting character! "

" Loved this book. The author delves into the hidden thoughts and emotions of life that are present and often not talked about. Insightful, well written. "

" This is great story telling. Felt very true to a small New England town and it's characters. I appreciated it more the second read after hearing from my book club and their intelligent insights.
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" I had a hard time getting into the story as I kept wondering what I was missing. If it wouldn't have been a Pulitzer winner, I am not sure I would hae finished it. Still thinking that I may read it again to see what I missed. "

" Not good, not bad, just whatever. Time filler "

" Loved. LOVED. Am sad it's over. "

" Really well-written stories. Really depressing though. "

" If this is what's getting the Pulitzer nowadays, I'm sticking to the Nobels. "