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The Train of Small Mercies

by David Rowell
Putnam. Oct. 2011. 272p. ISBN 9780399157288. $24.95. CD: Penguin Audio.
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An editor at the Washington Post Magazine, Rowell has an affecting idea for his first novel: he follows six characters whose lives are profoundly touched by the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy. Not surprisingly, this book was inspired by Paul Fusco's moving photo-essay, RFK Funeral Train, and a book trailer will use images from that book. Likely to attract attention; watch.
Reviewed by Barbara Hoffert , May 15, 2011
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