Good to a Fault
Good to a Fault
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Brief
400
Novel • Fiction
Saskatchewan, Canada • 2000s
2008
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Marina Endicott’s Good to a Fault follows Clara Purdy, a 43-year-old Canadian woman, who, after a car accident reveals the other driver's terminal illness, invites the afflicted family to live with her and navigates the complex dynamics of caring for strangers while reassessing her own life and purpose. Depictions of terminal illness and bereavement may be distressing to some readers.
Contemplative
Emotional
Bittersweet
Heartwarming
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
3,978 ratings
Loved it
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Review Roundup
Marina Endicott's Good to a Fault has received praise for its deep character development and thought-provoking examination of morality and selflessness. Readers appreciate the engaging narrative and relatable protagonist. However, some find its pacing slow and the plot occasionally predictable. Overall, it's celebrated for its emotional depth and insight into human nature.
Who Should Read Good to a Fault?
Readers who enjoy exploring themes of morality, family dynamics, and personal transformation will find Good to a Fault by Marina Endicott compelling. Fans of Anne Tyler’s heartfelt character studies, like in The Accidental Tourist, or Elizabeth Strout’s introspective narratives, such as Olive Kitteridge, would appreciate this novel.
3,978 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
400
Novel • Fiction
Saskatchewan, Canada • 2000s
2008
Adult
18+ years
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