Bookclub meeting: The Dutch House by Ann Patchett
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The Dutch House is a 2019 novel by Ann Patchett about siblings Danny and Maeve Conroy, who are exiled from their childhood mansion by their stepmother, forcing them to rely on each other as they navigate life over several decades, exploring themes of inheritance, love, forgiveness, and the indelible bond between them. Narrated by Danny, the story follows their lives after being thrown back into poverty, with the house serving as a central, haunting presence. It was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 2020.