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The Book of Doors by Gareth Brown

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Did not finish book. Stopped at 35%.
It was an ok story, but I really didn't care about any of the characters.  I just realized at 35% that the book wasn't giving me joy so I quit. 
The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride

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emotional informative sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Bright Young Women by Jessica Knoll

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informative tense medium-paced
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated

3.75

The Book Club Hotel by Sarah Morgan

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slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

The Wake-Up Call by Beth O'Leary

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lighthearted 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

3.5

Cute enemies to lovers trope.