John Treadwell Nichols (1) (1940–)

I didn't finish this one, which is very unusual for me. I know that Nichols said this was some of his best work, but it felt like a slog to me.

I preferred the 2nd half, more honest autobiographical pieces & depictions of friends, tho non mutual as I'd hoped.

I remember this book more than I do many others, so it must have left an impression

I thought this was an awful book. I know it's considered a great book. I had a reading guide and led the book group on this book. I tried so hard to like it but I really didn't even know what to say when I led the group. Other members really liked it and helped me out. Thank you! I appreciate the story and it is sad.