Greenwood Product

Greenwood is a book that defies all geographical boundaries, even though its setting is in the South. The characters in this book are relatable, entertaining, good-hearted, and sometimes quirky, all driven by the same predictable flaws and predilections that we all share as human beings. This is why the characters often make confusing and baffling choices in their lives.

Take, for example, Merle Flack in the story "Sara Jean's Bees." Why did he decide to transport an active beehive in the backseat of his car to his sister's new home when he was deathly afraid of bees? And what compelled Robert Lee Johnson in the story "A Game of Chess" to hike the Appalachian Trail when he despised everything about camping, including sleeping on the ground?

Another common theme in the book is a sense of belonging and place. Hamilton Green, the prodigal son in the main story "Greenwood," expresses gratitude and a tinge of sadness upon returning home. He regrets abandoning his family and community for so long, yet finds sweetness and deep connections in choosing to live in his native community once again.

Perhaps readers should approach this book not just as a collection of interconnected short stories, but rather as an invitation to revisit home after a long absence. Instead of focusing on the peculiar choices of the characters, readers should embrace the familiar emotions and connections that resonate throughout the stories.

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