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turtleberry's review against another edition
5.0
This was such a a good visit with some of my favorite characters. I enjoyed everything about this book. Can't wait to dive into the next one.
storytimeshon's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
jbarr5's review against another edition
something old, something new by beverly jenkins
People in a southern town, their life, what worries they have and how others help.
A wedding where they don't want traditional so a suit rather than a wedding dress,
and different flavored cakes vs a tier cake.
Combining two families to live under one roof without a lot of change for the kids.
A company is buying up rights to land to put their gas pipes in and it's not all on the up and up.
People in a southern town, their life, what worries they have and how others help.
A wedding where they don't want traditional so a suit rather than a wedding dress,
and different flavored cakes vs a tier cake.
Combining two families to live under one roof without a lot of change for the kids.
A company is buying up rights to land to put their gas pipes in and it's not all on the up and up.
stuffsamdoes_'s review against another edition
3.0
*I am a first reads winner.
I gave this book three stars because I really do not have an opinion if I liked it or now. Apparently, this is the third book and I never read the first two which could definitely be a reason why. I did however, like how it overcame obstacles with Devon.
This book had many themes to it, but it just wasn't my favorite.
I gave this book three stars because I really do not have an opinion if I liked it or now. Apparently, this is the third book and I never read the first two which could definitely be a reason why. I did however, like how it overcame obstacles with Devon.
This book had many themes to it, but it just wasn't my favorite.
laileanah's review
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
And I'm in love with this small Black town and it's charming residents.
If it was real I'd move there🥰
If it was real I'd move there🥰
queendbw's review
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Book #43 of 2023. Something Old, Something New by Beverly Jenkins.
Lily and Trent are finally getting married! Unfortunately, Lily’s 9-year-old foster son wants to perform the wedding ceremony and does not seem to understand why no one sees him as a preacher…
Meanwhile, Reverend Paula Grant is being forced to close her church in Miami. Her church served as many homeless as they could and was being closed to make way for a more commercial development. She relocates to Henry Adams to serve there.
This was a solid story with a some very heart-warming revelations.
3.5/5
#readsof2023 #audiobookreader #literacy #readingisfundamental
Lily and Trent are finally getting married! Unfortunately, Lily’s 9-year-old foster son wants to perform the wedding ceremony and does not seem to understand why no one sees him as a preacher…
Meanwhile, Reverend Paula Grant is being forced to close her church in Miami. Her church served as many homeless as they could and was being closed to make way for a more commercial development. She relocates to Henry Adams to serve there.
This was a solid story with a some very heart-warming revelations.
3.5/5
#readsof2023 #audiobookreader #literacy #readingisfundamental
tamaralgage1's review against another edition
5.0
As in the previous two books, I love the characters. These are very creative individuals that love and care about each other. Everyone has their problems and the work as a group to support and help each other. The story line kept me on the edge of my seat and in the end I feel good about the endings. Looking forward to the next book.
sondered's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
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
4.25
passionatereader78's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-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
I love this book! This is becoming one of my favorite series. We're back in Henry Adams and there's going to be a wedding. Devon is having a hard time adjusting to his new life. Zoey has a surprise visit. Zamar is learning more about his July roots. I love all the history in this series especially in this book. I love the way the community brings the past and present together. I love the way everyone in town participates in raising the kids. I can't wait to see what happens next.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Minor: Rape, Mental illness, Violence, Religious bigotry, and Pregnancy