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A review by curiouser_books
The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods
emotional
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
I knew too much ...
Actual stars: 3
Format: audio, Libro
What I liked: I love the idea of a lost bookshop. I love the idea of a sentient bookshop. I love the idea of people who are passionate about books. I love empowered female characters.
What I didn't like: I needed MORE. I wanted MORE about the bookshop, more details, more info, just more about the MAGIC of the book. I didn't mind the historical and present-day views, but I think it was trying too much and none of it was fleshed out quite well enough for me. In addition, I've heard SO many people talk about the books that I just knew too much which ended up being MOST of the story. This part was the most disappointing. It might be a higher rating if people hadn't given so much away in their reviews.
Who I'm recommending this to: Readers who love WWII, dual time periods, and books about books. I think for the average WWII book reader, this is a great fit. But for magical realism readers, it falls a little short.
Actual stars: 3
Format: audio, Libro
What I liked: I love the idea of a lost bookshop. I love the idea of a sentient bookshop. I love the idea of people who are passionate about books. I love empowered female characters.
What I didn't like: I needed MORE. I wanted MORE about the bookshop, more details, more info, just more about the MAGIC of the book. I didn't mind the historical and present-day views, but I think it was trying too much and none of it was fleshed out quite well enough for me. In addition, I've heard SO many people talk about the books that I just knew too much which ended up being MOST of the story. This part was the most disappointing. It might be a higher rating if people hadn't given so much away in their reviews.
Who I'm recommending this to: Readers who love WWII, dual time periods, and books about books. I think for the average WWII book reader, this is a great fit. But for magical realism readers, it falls a little short.