The Imperfectionists

The Imperfectionists/Tom Rachman 272 pgs

This book is about an English language newspaper published in Rome. At the same time, it is NOTHING about an English language newspaper published in Rome, it is about people who have a connection to the paper but it is so much more. A little bit of history, a bit of psychology, each chapter focuses on an individual and also gives a bit of the history of the founding of the paper and the relationships of the historic principle characters. I was very taken by the individual stories but was sad when I realized the format that I wouldn't hear more from each. Somehow Rachman brings it all together and that is not a problem. The characters all seem very real and their quirks quite possible. Very enjoyable book! - Christa