The Burgess Boys, by Pulitz. winner E. Strout

This is a novel that is hard to put down.  Elizabeth Strout is a Pulitzer Prize winning author who culls interesting characters from her hometown of Maine.  Strout is a master of juggling numerous intertwining characters, each having their owns compelling story.  At the heart of the story are the Burgess boys, Jim, the overachieving grandiose atty. and his likeable, scrubby brother Bob who worships Jim.  The brothers both live in Bklyn while their sister, Susan, remains in their childhood, small town in Maine with her troubled son, Zach.  Strout's captivating writing embroils you in the lives & problems of everyone.  In addition, serious conflicts & global problems are a pertinent driving force.  Strout has received the Pulitz. Prize; this novel is worthy of a Nobel Peace Award.  The novel is filled with hope, empathy & familial love.  I loved this intelligent & inspiritational novel.