That Old Cape Magic by Richard Russo

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That Old Cape Magic

by Richard Russo

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⭐3.4 on Goodreads ⭐

“The Pulitzer Prize-winning author has again worked his magic.” — Chicago Sun-Times

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That Old Cape Magic by Richard Russo

 

“The Old Cape Magic“ by Richard Russo is a captivating, emotionally rich novel that invites readers into an unforgettable story of love, marriage, and second chances. The book is set in the beauty of Cape Cod.

From the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of “Empire Falls”, Russo weaves sharp humor with emotional insight as he follows Griffin Dunne, who is confronting a crumbling marriage and the lingering influence of his parents’ relationship.

Perfect for readers who enjoy literary fiction, “The Old Cape Magic” delivers relatable characters and powerful reflections on commitment and forgiveness. If you’re looking for a thoughtful, engaging read by one of America’s most acclaimed authors, this novel is a must-have for your bookshelf or next book club pick.

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  • Title: That Old Cape Magic
  • Author: Richard Russo
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  • Format: Paperback
  • ISBN 10: 9781400030910
  • ISBN: 978-1400030910
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  • Pages: 272
  • Language: English
  • Series: n/a

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Location mentioned: Cape Cod, United States

“This year Kelsey’s Cape Cod wedding had royally screwed up their plans, making New York impractical, though he’d been willing to substitute for Boston. But Joy, assuming that thanks to the wedding all the usual bets were off, had messed things up further by scheduling meetings on the day after his last class.”

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About the author

Richard Russo has written nine novels, the most recent ones being “Everybody’s Fool”, “That Old Cape Magic” and “Chances Are”. He’s known for his two collections of stories and the memoir “Elsewhere”.

Richard Russo received the Pulitzer Prize in 2002 for “Empire Falls”.

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