Bob Comet is a lonely retired librarian in Portland, Oregon. One day, on his daily walk, he encounters a confused elderly woman whom he safely returns to the senior center she had left without being noticed. This act leads Bob to begin volunteering at the center.
As he begins work at the senior center, Bob develops friendships with some of the residents. These relationships cause him to reflect on his own life. He’s lived in the same house all his life, had a fulfilling career at the local library, and books and reading are still major parts of his life. But these reminisces also include glimpses into his awkward childhood, his adventures as a runaway as a child, a unique friendship, and his marriage.
This is a quiet book about a quiet, unremarkable life that still had moments of drama and surprise. It was very enjoyable to read.
