In 'Clover,' Susan Coolidge presents a charming and poignant coming-of-age narrative centered around the titular character, Clover Adams. The novel is rendered with a rich, vivid prose that evokes the simplicity of childhood experiences and the complexities of growing up. Set against the backdrop of a rural American landscape, Coolidge intricately weaves themes of family, friendship, and the bittersweet nature of youth, with a distinctly autobiographical tone that reflects her own experiences. ...