A Spool of Blue Thread: A Novel by Anne Tyler -- Sidekick

Can’t get enough of Anne Tyler’s A Spool of Blue Thread? Immerse yourself in her world, discover hidden treasures, and hang out with the Whitshanks just a little longer with this Sidekick.

Warning: This is an independent companion to A Spool of Blue Thread, meant to enhance your experience of the novel. If you have not yet bought Anne Tyler’s novel, make sure to purchase it before buying this unofficial Sidekick.

The Whitshanks are a proud family, bound together by their shared past and the stories they tell of it. But every family has its secrets. In a fascinating tale that spans four generations, we come to know the Whitshanks’ glory and infamy, bearing witness to the moments that draw them together and the ones that pull them apart.

A Spool of Blue Thread is the twentieth novel from Pulitzer-Prize-winning author Anne Tyler, and has garnered spirited praise from readers and reviewers alike.

With this Sidekick, you’ll:

• Spend some more time with the characters you’ve come to know and love

• Learn what you might have missed on your first read of Tyler’s novel

• Uncover some of the novel’s hidden gems and underlying themes

• Explore possible alternate endings and imagine ideas for a sequel

• Get a chance to discuss A Spool of Blue Thread with other savvy readers

Sidekicks are entertaining and insightful reading companions, filled with delightful commentary and thought-provoking questions. Readers have raved that they "really put you in touch with the many layers of the novel," "keep you entertained even longer," and are "perfect if you want a vivid understanding of the story." Designed to be read side by side with the novels they complement, they’ll give you even more reasons to love some of today’s best books.