Freedom by Jonathan Franzen & David Ledoux

From the acclaimed author of The Corrections comes a darkly comic novel that explores the complexities of family life. Patty and Walter Berglund were pioneers in St. Paul, known for their progressive values, hands-on parenting, and commitment to a better world. But in the new millennium, they've become a mystery - their son moves in with a politically conservative family, Walter takes a job with Big Coal, and Patty's behavior becomes erratic. In Freedom, Jonathan Franzen delves into the challenges and rewards of marriage and personal liberty, painting a vivid and poignant portrait of our modern age.