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leesamudio's review against another edition
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
winemakerssister's review against another edition
4.0
This story of three different women in three different decades of age is definitely more Women's Fiction than Romance, although there's a small amount of romance involved.
I found the book, which centers around a suburban Illinois bookshop, to be a comforting read.
I was somewhat put off by the GR labels of Christian and Christian Fiction. It's just not my genre. Luckily the Christian aspect was pretty low key. Several characters reference their faith a few times and a Catholic priest is a minor character. From my perspective, the references really weren't needed in the context of the story, but obviously it was the author's choice to integrate them into it.
I found the book, which centers around a suburban Illinois bookshop, to be a comforting read.
I was somewhat put off by the GR labels of Christian and Christian Fiction. It's just not my genre. Luckily the Christian aspect was pretty low key. Several characters reference their faith a few times and a Catholic priest is a minor character. From my perspective, the references really weren't needed in the context of the story, but obviously it was the author's choice to integrate them into it.
suzannewilliamson1's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
midlife_reader's review against another edition
5.0
Another incredible book by Katherine Reay! I love how the stories of three women intertwine around a bookshop. I love all the talks about books and reading lists. I love everything about this book!
angela1025's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
popelc6's review against another edition
3.0
Audiobook was confusing with no distinction between three points of view.
mamaewalk's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
It was fine. Nothing special. Sugary sweet.
jan1234's review against another edition
4.0
This book didn't 'grab' me for a while. Once I did get into it I enjoyed it. Although it's not the type f book I usually read. It's about 3 women working in a bookshop and their lives, loves & friendships.
devrag's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
More than a romance. Personal growth and family Dynamics.
maddelleine's review against another edition
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5