My cousin gave me Richard Russo’s “Straight Man” and I’m really enjoying it. I’ve never read any of his other books. Which one should I try next?
Oh oh oh oh oh! ** Nobody’s Foo**l and then the movie with Paul Newman. PERFECTION.
What took you so long?
(Thank you)
Also check out “The Whore’s Child” a short story compilation. Russo has a real gift for dialogue.
I will also suggest John Irving if you’re not familiar, specifically Cider House Rules and Prayer for Owen Meany.
And Michael Chabon’s “Wonder Boys” which is “Irving-esque.” He’s kind of hit and miss. IMO, heh.
Should we cut to the chase and list his books that are not good?
Puts on thoughtful expression. Okay, I got nothing. Really, you should just read them all in order… He’s a fantastic author.
I think Empire Falls is Russo’s best.
I’ve read a few; they’re all good.
Okay then, I’ll filter the results:
are they all as funny as “Straight Man”?
I loved “Empire Falls”.
I couldn’t finish “Bridge of Sighs”.
I couldn’t finish Bridge of Sighs either.