Sometimes a book that's sad, can also be funny. Sometimes a book that's moving, can also seem light. The Rich People Have Gone Away is all those things. In the midst of the pandemic Darla goes missing, but not in a way you'd expect. As the for search for Darla plays out, stories of race, ambition, family, tragedy, and talent all come in to play. Author Regina Porter is a playwright, and her novel often reads like acts in a play. A fast, intriguing read, with the air of a mystery novel, even though it's not really a mystery...it is more a story of interconnections, missed connections, and families.
On a personal note: Darla is a bassoonist. My mom played the bassoon from the time she was in high school until she was in her late 80's and her fingers couldn't manage anymore. Darla's thoughts about the instrument really caught my attention.
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