The Overstory (2018) by Richard Powers
The Overstory is a sweeping, multi-layered narrative that intertwines the lives of several characters, all connected by their relationship with trees and the natural world.
Rating: 4.2
Genres Fiction, Literary Fiction
Original language: en
Stars
Nick Hoel
Patricia Westerford
Ray Brinkman
Dorothy
Adam Appich
Creators
Richard Powers (author)
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