This book was such an accurate portrayal of rural Wisconsin. I think that that was my favorite part of the book, reading about such a familiar place, and seeing people I know in a novel. I thought all the friendships and relationships were endearing and great to read about. Overall I loved the book and thought that it was a wonderful read, however I did have my problems with it. For one I thought the conflict was kind of ridiculous. (view spoiler)[ Like I guess it would be a little weird to hear that your best friend slept with your wife BEFORE YOU WERE MARRIED. But they were not even dating, and maybe it is just me but I wouldn't care. (hide spoiler)] Also the ending seemed to drag on longer than it needed to, but that could just be me.