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Book Review of Empire Falls

Empire Falls
Empire Falls
Author: Richard Russo
Genre: Literature & Fiction
Book Type: Paperback
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Excellent read. Miles is a very sympathetic protagonist, and the supporting characters (Max, Tick, David, Charlene) are all charming in their own way. Feels a little long in parts, and sort of ends in a hurry... but I can definitely see how it won the Pulitzer. It's the type of book that will (if it hasn't already) be made into a movie with great actors. And if you've read the book and seen the movie, the book will inevitably be better.