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The Shelf by Helly Acton

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tillywithwings's review against another edition

5.0

Looking at the average rating, I didn't expect to love this as much as I did! As a self confessed 'trash'-tv addict, I was immediately hooked. Great writing and a flawless plot. Loved!

tsap's review against another edition

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inspiring lighthearted relaxing fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

2.75

miamia1's review

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adventurous challenging emotional funny hopeful informative inspiring lighthearted medium-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? It's complicated

4.75

Loved this book from start to finish. Couldn’t put it down. Excellent characters, banter and would highly recommend

shannonallen's review

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challenging inspiring reflective fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

elocoel's review against another edition

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2.0

2 Stars.
This was a painful experience. It was irritatingly boring, and the only reason I went through with it is because after having lasic surgery, it was one of the very few options I had as an audiobook.
I feel like Acton began with a premise in her mind that could potentially be interesting, had some fun ideas and once she began writing, all just vanished and we were only left with boring characters with very shallow personalities. The "girlboss" energy, I did not vibe with- as well as picking up on a lot of misogny that was not challenged. It is clear that Acton tried to put out something diverse and "female empowering," yet the execution was lacking to say the least.
If you enjoy reality TV and would like a book about all the gossip, I'd recommend you read "One to Watch" by Kate Stayman-London instead.