Friends and Strangers: A Novel of Love, Loss, and the Unbreakable Bonds of Family

In J. Courtney Sullivan's latest novel, Friends and Strangers, we are introduced to the Walsh family, a close-knit group of siblings who are grappling with the recent loss of their beloved mother. As they gather at their childhood home to sort through her belongings and prepare for her memorial service, long-buried secrets and resentments begin to surface, threatening to tear the family apart.

Friends and Strangers: A novel

by J. Courtney Sullivan

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2932 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	484 pages

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At the heart of the story is Elizabeth, the eldest Walsh sibling, who has always been the responsible one, the glue that holds the family together. But in the wake of her mother's death, she is struggling to come to terms with her own grief while also trying to support her siblings. Emily, the middle child, is an aspiring artist who has always felt overshadowed by her older sister. She is fiercely independent and often clashes with Elizabeth, but she loves her family deeply and is desperate to find her own place in the world.

Patrick, the youngest of the Walsh siblings, is a charming and charismatic musician who has always been the life of the party. But underneath his carefree exterior, he is struggling with addiction and a deep-seated sense of loneliness. As the siblings navigate their grief and try to make sense of their lives, they are forced to confront the secrets that have been tearing them apart for years.

Through flashbacks and present-day scenes, Sullivan paints a vivid portrait of the Walsh family, from their idyllic childhood to the challenges they face as adults. She explores the complex dynamics between siblings, the sacrifices they make for one another, and the ways in which they can both hurt and heal each other.

Friends and Strangers is a beautifully written and emotionally resonant novel that will stay with you long after you finish it. It is a story about love, loss, forgiveness, and the unbreakable bonds of family. It is a story that will make you laugh, cry, and ultimately believe in the power of hope.

Praise for Friends and Strangers

"Sullivan's latest is a tour de force, a deeply moving and emotionally resonant novel about the complexities of family, the power of friendship, and the enduring nature of love. This is a book that will stay with you long after you finish it."—People

"Sullivan writes with such honesty and insight about the challenges and rewards of family life. Friends and Strangers is a powerful and unforgettable novel that will resonate with readers of all ages."—The New York Times Book Review

"A beautifully written and emotionally resonant novel that explores the complex dynamics between siblings and the sacrifices they make for one another. Friends and Strangers is a story that will make you laugh, cry, and ultimately believe in the power of hope."—Entertainment Weekly

About the Author

J. Courtney Sullivan is the author of six novels, including Maine, The Engagements, and The Good Goodbyes. Her work has been translated into more than twenty languages and has been adapted for television and film. She lives in Brooklyn, New York.

Friends and Strangers: A novel

by J. Courtney Sullivan

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2932 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	484 pages

FREE