The Lake Shore Limited

In Sue Miller's captivating novel, The Lake Shore Limited, we meet Wilhelmina "Billy" Gertz, a fiercely independent playwright who creates a poignant story about a terrorist bombing of a train and the man anxiously awaiting news about his estranged wife. The narrative weaves through the lives of four unforgettable characters—including Leslie, grappling with grief over her brother’s death; Rafe, an actor inspired by a passionate encounter; and Sam, who feels drawn to Billy through her intense work. Set against the contrasting backdrops of Vermont and Boston, the novel explores themes of love, loss, and the transformative power of art.