Much of Dusk Night Dawn: On Revival and Courage by
Anne Lamott sounds like what readers have heard from her in previous books.
Something new is Anne got married! She talks about her new husband and married
life. Now she has someone with whom she can share her insecurities.
Lamott talks much about contemporary issues in this
volume: the pandemic, politics, and taking care of the earth followed by
thoughts on redemption and forgiveness. Her sense of humor is infused
throughout each chapter.
As usual, I have no idea what
Lamott is talking about in places – the governess? -- while in other parts, she makes great sense of
the confusing world.
Fans of Lamott’s might find
this to be a lightweight contender in her body of work but will read it anyway.
First time readers would be better off with Bird by Bird, my personal favorite.
Anne
Lamott, writer of both novels and nonfiction, uses her life experiences in her
books, including alcoholism, single motherhood, and spiritual experiences.
My review will be posted on Goodreads starting January
1, 2021.
I would like to thank the Penguin Group Riverhead and
NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in return for an objective opinion.
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