A review by td3
Three Days in June by Anne Tyler

emotional hopeful lighthearted reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

 
 
Anne Tyler’s newest release follows the life of Gail, the mother of the bride, over a three day weekend.  For Gail, the marriage comes at pivotal point in Gail’s life.  Facing the possibility of a new job, Gail puts that topic on the back burner in order to get through the weekend. 
 
Gail’s ex-husband shows up for the wedding and ends up having to stay at her home, forcing them into close proximity for three days.  This may of may not be a good thing, Gail is not quite sure. 
 
This is a character driven story and one that grew on me as I read.  Over the weekend many feelings are examined and considered and by the end of the story, I was completely satisfied. 
 
Many thanks to NetGalley and Knopf, Pantheon, Vintage and Anchor/Knopf for allowing me to read an advance copy.  I am happy to recommend this to readers and give my honest review.