Our Kind: A Novel in Stories Setting & Symbolism

Our Kind: A Novel in Stories Objects/Places

Canoe's Swimming Pool

The swimming pool and flagstone patio with deck chairs and wrought iron furniture at Canoe's serves as gathering place and lounging area.

His BMW

His leased, metallic BMW is new, the latest model, sporty and forest green, with blackened windows and a leather interior. The wheels are monogrammed, and the license plate reads, "SOLD."

Old Route 32

Old Route 32 is the rarely traveled road past Esther Curran's house.

The Club

The club is the country club golf course and racquet sport courts and meeting area.

Safeway Parking Lot

The grocery store parking lot is used as gathering spot for intervention.

Pips' Buick

Pips' car, which has good-cheer stickers on its bumper, is used as model for practicing intervention.

The Jeep

Canoe's vehicle has a carpeted floor and is used to regularly transport the group.

The Stone Barn

The Stone Barn is a local lunch spot that serves Manhattan clam chowder and grilled cheese, which He orders. This is the place where Barbara meets and hires the...
(read more)