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Oh William!

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Oh William! is a 2021 novel by American author Elizabeth Strout. It is part of her acclaimed Amgash series, which centers on the character of Lucy Barton.1

The novel is set several decades after My Name Is Lucy Barton. It follows Lucy as she navigates grief after the death of her second husband. While dealing with her own loss, Lucy attempts to support her first husband through a series of personal crises. The narrative also delves into Lucy's ongoing struggles with the lasting impact of her difficult childhood in rural Amgash, Illinois. Oh William! was shortlisted for the Booker Prize.1

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