Books like Saint Maybe by Anne Tyler
In the quiet streets of Baltimore in 1965, seventeen‑year‑old Ian Bedloe lives within what he perceives as an ideal, apple‑pie household, surrounded by family traditions and youthful dreams. One fateful night, Ian’s harsh words to his brother trigger a devastating tragedy that forever alters his world.
The novel follows Ian’s emotional journey as he wrestles with deep guilt and the desire to atone for what he believes is his fault. Through his introspection and the support (and sometimes conflict) of his family, the story explores complex themes of responsibility, mortality, and the enduring bonds of kinship.
First publish date: 1991
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Anne Tyler
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