Where'd You Go, Bernadette: A Novel Overview
Maria Semple's novel, Where'd You Go, Bernadette, chronicles the actions of the eccentric Branch/Fox family: Bee, the gifted 8th grade daughter; Elgin, the intelligent Microsoft higher up; and Bernadette, the reclusive, mentally ill yet talented architect. When Bee receives perfect grades in middle school, she requests a family trip to Antartica, setting in motion a zany adventure for the Branch/Fox family. The novel explores themes of family, mental illness, and unconditional love of imperfect people.
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