I saw a man reading his own copy of Edgar Sawtelle yesterday in the library - the first 200 pgs. were o.k. but after that he was slowing his pace so the story wouldn't end. He was enjoying Shakespeare, King Lear and other motifs and said the writing was really good. I'm 70th on the reserve list.
Samurai's Garden is very strong, and quiet. Mountains Beyond Mountains is sort of like Three Cups of Tea - one (determined) person can make a difference.

Submitted by Amy K.