Good Faith

by Jane Smiley

paperback in good condition. published in 2003. 

In a small country town Joe Stratford sells houses. In his 40s coming off a not very amicable divorce, he is ready for some new directions in life. So when Marcus Burns turns up in town, having worked for the Inland Revenue, Joe is ready to get involved with his property development schemes. Great characters, a great storyline and some beautiful writing.