After reading this, I will be ordering all of Yates’ novels. They (at least the two I’ve read) are complex, rich, realistic, and full of terrific dialogue. (Yates is also not afraid to allow his characters to repeat themselves and stumble over their words, as people do in real life).
Some have complained his books are “too depressing.” Well, that’s a lame excuse, and it’s also untrue. Some of his characters’ lives are, certainly. Unfortunately, that’s how many people are. But don’t be like them and you won’t be depressed. If you’re looking for realistic, insightful approaches into life, read Yates. Thankfully, he is available and won’t be going out of print ever again.
Article comments
1 - JSchneider
Just a note:
the title of this book is "The Easter Parade" not "Easter Parade"--I must have had the Judy Garland movie in mind.
Sorry, my bad.
2 - April
I really enjoyed this review. It was very thorough and persuasive. Hopefully I'll get around to picking up one of Yates's novels. :)