Dreamhouse by Judy McConnell

Dreamhouse by Judy McConnell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dreamhouse by Judy McConnell chronicles the lives of Radley and Sam, a married couple who have moved to the suburbs of Minneapolis to raise their young children. The time is the 1960's and 1970's, decades that were ripe with change for not only women, but America as a whole. This young couple seems to have it all, the husband has a great job, and Radley enjoys her role as homemaker. But as things start to change socially, so too do their roles at home. Resentments build up, and relationships change. This is a realistic story about a tumultuous time in history, when women stood up for themselves and their rights. Told through the lens of well fleshed out characters and a bucolic suburban setting, McConnell does a fantastic job of capturing this time in history. We see the characters evolve and change, coming to terms with their often challenging familial and societal circumstances. Strongly recommend for an enlightening and sometimes emotional read.

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