I'd heard wonderful NPR interviews during the roll out. Bought it and finally had time to read it this year. These are reading moments I won't get back. This story was not compelling. Seems like those who listened to the audiobook had clearly, a different experience. This critique comes on the heels of me reading Demon Copperhead, by Kingsolver. I'll give Bel Canto a go though - looking forward to it!