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In *The Dearly Beloved* Charles and James, alongside their spouses Lily and Nan, begin their careers as stewards of the Third Presbyterian Church in Greenwich Village during the 1960s. Their relationship—rooted in professional collaboration and soon deepened by personal bonds—serves as the loom for the novel’s exploration of friendship, faith, marriage, and family life. Across the decades, the quartet navigates the evolving landscape of New York City and the church’s congregation, confronting jealousy, uncertainty, heartbreak, and joy. The narrative offers a meditation on how faith, reason, and commitment intertwine as these characters seek meaning in their lives.
First publish date: 2019
Genre: History/Modern History
Authors: Cara Wall
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