Olive, Again by Elizabeth Strout

Olive, Again is a sequel to Olive Kitteridge, continuing the life story of Olive, a retired schoolteacher in Crosby, Maine. Through a series of interconnected short stories, the novel explores Olive’s later years, capturing her struggles with aging, loneliness, love, and the small yet profound moments of human connection. Elizabeth Strout paints a deeply empathetic portrait of Olive and the people around her, highlighting the complexities of everyday life, personal growth, and the quiet resilience of the human spirit.