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emotional
lighthearted
sad
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment
Moderate: Grief
Minor: Death, Infidelity
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I really liked the first 2/3rds of the book - I enjoyed the mystery of exploring the town and how Anders was involved in the whole thing. The supporting characters surrounding Elsy (both in the town and the book-club) were enjoyable and I liked seeing her interact and encourage/challenge them. Once the ending started coming together, I feel like the book lost a little momentum, honestly; felt like it wasn't a satisfying ending for the build-up of the book. There were a few twists that you weren't sure who was going to stay or go and who was going to end up with whom but just felt rushed or unfinished almost. (The irony!) Overall, an enjoyable read with an okay, not great, ending. HEA
IYKYK: "Though she tackles the mundanity of her life with aplomb, nothing happens to Eileen Merriweather. Angst-ridden backstory told in deeply regrettable prose. An utterly skippable read."
IYKYK: "Though she tackles the mundanity of her life with aplomb, nothing happens to Eileen Merriweather. Angst-ridden backstory told in deeply regrettable prose. An utterly skippable read."
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Abandonment
Moderate: Grief, Alcohol
Minor: Sexual content, Vomit
emotional
fast-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:
Yes
Content Warnings
Moderate: Abandonment
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Moderate: Car accident
Minor: Death, Abandonment
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Minor: Death, Grief, Car accident, Abandonment
hopeful
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
The concept of this was so different and unique. It took a little bit to get drawn in, but I still loved it! I think I'd absolutely love being "stuck" in a town I knew and loved from a book series.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Grief
Minor: Infidelity, Abandonment
emotional
funny
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:
Complicated
Honestly, I’m so surprised at the low-ish goodreads rating for this one because I absolutely ADORED it. It is simply one of the cutest, coziest books I’ve read in a long, long time. Ashley Poston has stolen my entire heart with this book and I really don’t care if I get it back.
This is a book about books. A Darcy-esque main love interest. A little sprinkle of magical realism. Small town charm out the wazoo. Think Gilmore Girls and Schitt’s Creek vibes. Meaningful friendships and conversations. It was just soooo cute that it made me cry. I loved pretty much everything about it. I don’t even know what else to say!!!!!
This is a book about books. A Darcy-esque main love interest. A little sprinkle of magical realism. Small town charm out the wazoo. Think Gilmore Girls and Schitt’s Creek vibes. Meaningful friendships and conversations. It was just soooo cute that it made me cry. I loved pretty much everything about it. I don’t even know what else to say!!!!!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Grief, Abandonment
Moderate: Death, Infidelity, Sexual content, Car accident
Minor: Emotional abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Vomit, Gaslighting, Injury/Injury detail
The concept is so much fun. I remember putting this on my TBR so fast. I just didn't connect with the characters. It's a shame.
Content Warnings
Minor: Grief, Abandonment
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Cursing, Death, Infidelity, Sexual content, Alcohol
Minor: Vomit, Abandonment