Richly drawn characters navigate the turbulence of a young romance and personal growth
Set on a small college campus, blending Southern fiction and campus novels
Explores the impact of upbringing on identity and self-discovery
Beautifully written prose with emotional depth
Debut novel that received critical acclaim and awards recognition
Summarized by Shop
Groundskeeping is a poignant exploration of redemption, identity, and the complexities of human relationships set against the backdrop of a small college in Kentucky. The novel follows Owen, who returns home with hopes of reinventing himself as a groundskeeper after a tumultuous youth. As he grapples with his past, he enrols in a writing
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