Some Luck

Longlisted for the 2014 National Book Award, Some Luck is a compelling novel by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jane Smiley that chronicles the lives of the Langdon family over three pivotal decades in America. Set on a farm in Denby, Iowa, the narrative spans from 1920 to the early 1950s, capturing the impact of World War I's aftermath and the social and economic transformations of the time. Each chapter unfolds over a single year, intertwining the personal lives of the Langdons with significant historical events, as they navigate cycles of love, loss, and change. As the first installment of a projected trilogy, this novel showcases Smiley's masterful storytelling and deep character exploration.