The Burgess Boys

Interesting Facts

• The book explores complex family relationships and personal traumas that affect the lives of the main characters, the Burgess brothers.
• The novel is set in a small town in Maine and in New York City, allowing the author to contrast provincial and urban life.
• One of the central themes of the book is immigration and cultural differences, reflected in the conflict surrounding the Somali community in the small town.
• The novel addresses issues of racial and ethnic identity, as well as the prejudices faced by immigrants in America.
• The book received positive reviews for its deep and realistic portrayal of characters and their inner worlds.