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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 against another edition
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 against another edition
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
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.
Graphic: Grief
Minor: Rape, Mental illness, Violence, Religious bigotry, and Pregnancy