If the book is overstuffed with incident, it's still a moving family portrait and an entertaining trip through some of the 20th century's most significant events. This is an understandable impulse, so it's no surprise that Michael Chabon's "Moonglow," a work of speculative fiction written as a memoir, overflows with information about its unnamed protagonist, a character inspired by Chabon's grandfather. We care for our loved ones so much that, in our zeal to convey enthusiasm, we may share more than our audiences want or need to hear. But sometimes choices are harder to make, especially regarding the stories we tell about the people we love. These decisions shape the narrative of each person's life. We all make choices about the tales we tell - of our jobs, our friends, our partners. To a certain extent, everyone is a storyteller. 1 of3 Show More Show Less 2 of3 Show More Show Less 3 of3 Illustration for ZEST book review of âMoonglow,â by Michael Chabon (2016) Ken Ellis Show More Show Less
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