You don’t have to read a book over and over again to love it.
In fact, argues Molly Labell, sometimes it’s best to read it only once.
Rereading Housekeeping — a relic from a sadder, stranger time during which I was out of place — isn’t necessary. Housekeeping filled a hole; it was a companion and a comfort when I needed it, but I don’t now.
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