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What is a brief summary of Marilynne Robinson's "Housekeeping"?
Can you give me a brief summary of Marilynne Robinson's "Housekeeping"?
"Housekeeping" is a novel written by Marilynne Robinson. The story is set in the fictional town of Fingerbone, Idaho and follows Ruth and Lucille, who are sisters. The girls' mother committed suicide when they were young and they are left in the care of their grandmother, who eventually also dies. The sisters are then taken in by their aunt, Sylvie. Sylvie is a free spirit and her lifestyle challenges the social norms of their small town. The novel explores themes of loss, identity, and the need for human connection. Would you like to know more about the author or the novel's critical reception?