Bo

Bohumir “Bo” Konar is the grandson of Jozef, the son of Hannah and Bexhet, and the older brother of Sam. In his early thirties, very intelligent and good with his hands, Bo now owns and runs the family lumber mill.

Bo is deeply saddened by the death of Jozef and the MIA status of Sam. Bo works hard to care for his family. He is committed, loyal, and deeply personable. He and Hannah welcome Ruth into their home after the tragedy of the flood. The family is attempting to right itself while still dealing with the unknown status of Sam. Bo inherits some land and the old Younger house from his grandfather. Bo spends much of the novel fixing up the house. Ultimately, Bo and Ruth enter into a tentative romance which is challenged by the surprise return of Sam. Bo is more shocked than elated to see...