The Burgess Boys, a novel by Elizabeth Strout, unfolds the tale of Bob and Jim Burgess, two brothers permanently marked by the childhood tragedy that claimed their father's life. The siblings, having fled their Maine hometown for New York, confront their past when an urgent plea from their sister Susan draws them back. Susan's son, Zach, is entangled in trouble, necessitating his uncles' intervention. As Bob, a compassionate Legal Aid attorney, and Jim, a sharp corporate lawyer, navigate the complexities of family obligation and personal growth, years of concealed animosities and emotions surge forth. The Burgess Boys is a penetrating examination of family ties, the burdens of home, and the inextricable connection between personal histories and who we become.