The Things We Never Say

When a quiet high school history teacher's carefully ordered life is disrupted by an unexpected event, he is forced to confront long-buried emotions, unspoken truths, and the relationships that have shaped him. With her signature compassion and insight, Elizabeth Strout delivers a deeply moving novel about loneliness, family, friendship, and the courage to face what has long been left unsaid.

Perfect for readers who enjoy literary fiction, richly developed characters, and emotionally resonant stories about the complexities of everyday life.