Richard Russo is one of my favorite authors and I think this may be the book I like best. It's funny and dry and witty and charming. His characters are often well meaning, down on their luck, hard drinking guys but they always have a great deal of charm. (Paul Newman often played the main characters in the movies). Russo is a master at characterization. I think this novel was brilliant!

Russo is an incredible writer who can mix humor and heartache. I highly recommend any of his books.