Elizabeth Strout: ‘All ordinary people are extraordinary’

Pulitzer Prize winner Elizabeth Strout's latest novel, "Tell Me Everything," reunites Olive Kitteridge, Lucy Barton, and Bob Burgess from her previous works. Set in Maine, the story explores themes of loneliness, connection, and the power of storytelling. Strout's characters grapple with personal struggles while finding solace in unexpected places. Olive's abrasive nature clashes with Lucy's self-effacement, but their interactions provide a poignant contrast. Bob Burgess, once semi-retired, is drawn into a murder case that challenges his sense of self. Through their interconnected journeys, the novel delves into the complexities of human relationships and the transformative nature of facing one's past.