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Title: Nobody's Fool by Richard Russo ISBN: 0-679-75333-8 Publisher: Vintage Pub. Date: 12 April, 1994 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $14.95 |
Average Customer Rating: 4.79 (56 reviews)
Rating: 5
Summary: Welcome to Russo's world
Comment: Russo's world is small-town America, a place that's hopeful, sad and oddly inviting. It's a place that will likely strike a chord with most every reader, regardless of where they grew up. The characters here are interesting and find a way to be likeable despite their many flaws. It's hard not to be swept in by the various storylines that ebb and flow throughout the novel. In lesser hands, the petty rivalries and failed relationships of our protagonist, Donald Sullivan, aka "Sully," wouldn't be so captivating. But as any reader of Russo's novels knows, the author has a way with his characters. Their dialogue is thoughtful and just witty enough not to be taken too seriously. "Nobody's Fool" takes you to Russo's world. And when you're finished reading this book, it's hard not to feel the urge to return for another visit.
Rating: 5
Summary: Outstanding work
Comment: One of the best books I've ever read. The writing is great, and Russo sets the pace beautifully (not once did I think, OK, let's get on with it). The author also seems to have an unerring ability to define each character with simple dialogue and action; everything they say and do fits so perfectly. When I finally put the book down, I could almost imagine these characters continuing to live their lives, which is a testament to Russo's talent.
Also, this has to be one of the funniest (perhaps "wittiest" is a better word) books I've read in a long time. The humor seems effortless and grows naturally from the characters and their situations (though it's far from the strained sitcomy humor so many novelists seem to prefer). I often laughed out loud.
Highly recommended!
Rating: 5
Summary: Wonderful, Lovable Novel!
Comment: I first read Russo when I discovered his Pulitzer Prize winning 'Empire Falls,' then went on to read 'The Risk Pool,' which I liked very much, and now 'Nobody's Fool,' which yes, is similar to 'The Risk Pool,' but is my favorite of Russo's books that I've read so far (I liked both 'The Risk Pool' and 'Nobody's Fool,' though, better than 'Empire Falls'--the latter is good, with more plot, perhaps, but a few definite flaws, too).
Sully is just a wonderful main character and very, very lovable! I found myself saying often enough, 'Sully, Sully, Sully!' (a line that others in the book say frequently about Sully!)--not in exasperation, really, but more out of love for him. Tsk, tsk, tsk. There are a lot of good reviews on this book on here already, so I just want to add a few things. Yes, the dialogue is superb, as in Russo's other books, too. He has an incredible ear, and you really can open the book at any place and get absorbed in it--especially if you pick anywhere that has dialogue in it.
Also, I felt Sully was portrayed not just in all his flaws, but wholistically, as Russo showed Sully's compassionate side as well. Who else but Sully could handle old, demented Hattie so well and with such patience and humor? Who but Sully would 'get' at Carl with not only such crazy humor, but an underlying affection as well? Or take the time to talk with his elderly landlord each time he saw her? And yes, Sully might have had a lot of bad luck, but I felt that Russo strongly portrayed this irrascible character as having his share of good and happy moments as well, someone that yes, was having his own fun with life's tragedies. What I love about Russo's writing, too, is that he's never maudlin, always keeps things understated, or couches them in humor (but again, keeps things 'real').
This book, which is very 'dense' by the way, with its detail and dialogue (something I really liked), made me think about the role of luck in life, made me question how much we determine what we do, and if we can really change at age 60 or older (I think the answer, with Sully, is both yes and no, not to beg the question!).
This was a book that I got totally absorbed in, chuckled out loud at, laid aside to think about--and so now I'm looking forward to reading 'The Straight Man'. But think I'll buy a copy of this novel that's in better condition than the one I have, as it's a keeper, a book that can be read again and again, and a real winner. Russo has my admiration for his superb writing skills!
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Title: Straight Man : A Novel by Richard Russo ISBN: 0375701907 Publisher: Vintage Pub. Date: 09 June, 1998 List Price(USD): $14.00 |
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Title: The Risk Pool by Richard Russo ISBN: 0679753834 Publisher: Vintage Pub. Date: 12 April, 1994 List Price(USD): $15.00 |
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Title: Empire Falls by Richard Russo ISBN: 0375726403 Publisher: Vintage Pub. Date: 12 April, 2002 List Price(USD): $14.95 |
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Title: The Whore's Child : Stories by Richard Russo ISBN: 0375726012 Publisher: Vintage Pub. Date: 08 July, 2003 List Price(USD): $12.95 |
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Title: Mohawk by Richard Russo ISBN: 0679753826 Publisher: Vintage Pub. Date: 12 April, 1994 List Price(USD): $14.00 |
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