42 pages • 1 hour read
272
Novel • Fiction
North Carolina • Contemporary
2017
Adult
18+ years
The Story of Arthur Truluv by Elizabeth Berg follows Arthur Moses, a widower, who forms a deep bond with Maddy Harris, a troubled teenager, and his lonely neighbor, Lucille Howard. Through companionship, the three help each other navigate their respective griefs, unexpected pregnancies, and the challenges of aging, ultimately creating a chosen family that offers hope and new beginnings. The novel briefly describes attempted deaths by suicide.
Heartwarming
Inspirational
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Emotional
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Elizabeth Berg's The Story of Arthur Truluv is highly praised for its heartwarming narrative and well-drawn characters. Readers appreciate its gentle examination of grief, friendship, and the power of unexpected connections. However, some criticize its predictability and sentimentality. Overall, it's seen as a touching and uplifting read despite its familiar themes.
A reader who enjoys heartwarming, character-driven novels with themes of friendship, love, and resilience would be captivated by The Story of Arthur Truluv by Elizabeth Berg. Similar to Fredrik Backman's A Man Called Ove and Rachel Joyce's The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, this book appeals to those who appreciate tender, uplifting stories about unlikely connections.
58,497 ratings
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272
Novel • Fiction
North Carolina • Contemporary
2017
Adult
18+ years
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