My thoughts: This is a novel about the power of books to change lives, as well as a love letter to libraries. It's got humor, and charm, delightful and eccentric characters, unexpected friendships, and even a bit of a romance. I loved how June classified everyone by the books they read, and how she had her own favorite books that she turned to when needing escape or comfort. And I liked how she found her voice and her fighting spirit with a little help from her friends--friends who range from a crossword-loving elderly gentleman to a precocious 8-year-old boy. Everything about this book made me smile, including the predictable twist at the end. It's a truly lovely read.
Happy Reading!
P.S. This book also counts as one of my reads for Susan's Bookish Books Reading Challenge.
This sounds like such a feel-good book. I like the way June classified people by their reading choices. :)
ReplyDeleteI liked that, too. Because what a person chooses to read really does say a lot about them. :D
DeleteSounds like a good read. Honestly I don't know what to do if my library is closed for good.
ReplyDeleteI would be so lost without my library! It was awful when they closed down for 70+ days in 2020 because of the pandemic. I couldn't wait for them to open back up.
DeleteAh, this sounds great. I've had it on my TBR for a while, might have to bump it up the list!
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed it. It's humorous and made me happy.
DeleteIt does sound like a feel-good book and we all need those from time to time.
ReplyDeleteWe really do! Especially these days.
DeleteThis sounds really good. June seems like a great character. Relatable too. :)
ReplyDeleteShe is a great character! And I could definitely relate to some of her introvert tendencies. :D
DeleteThis sounds so charming! I'll have to look for it in audio when I need a pick-me-up.
ReplyDeleteIt's a good pick-me-up kind of book: fun and heartwarming.
DeleteAwww, that sounds so sweet.
ReplyDeleteIt is just a sweet and fun story.
DeleteI've had this on my TBR, but haven't got to it yet. I'm so glad you enjoyed it.
ReplyDeleteI thought the whole "save our library!" thing was humorous and fun.
DeleteThis does sound great! I do love books about books!
ReplyDeleteI love books about books, too!
DeleteI love the sound of this one! Coming out of your shell to fight for a library sounds good to me. I need to request it. :)
ReplyDeleteI think you'd like it. :D
DeleteThis is a perfect book for the bookish books challenge. I will put in on my list.
ReplyDeleteHappy reading!
DeleteThis does sound like a nice heartwarming read.
ReplyDeleteIt really is!
DeleteOff to look this one up as I love the sound of it!
ReplyDeleteDon't laugh, apparently I already have it on my Kindle...
DeleteI'm not laughing at you...I'm laughing with you. :D And I think you'll enjoy this one when you get the chance to read it.
DeleteI have found in the bnovels I've read that books about bookstores or book clubs often use books as a hook to tell a totally different story and the books themselves are soon forgotten. This novel sounds really worthwhile because books are kept front and center and we see the main character really being changed by her love of books.
ReplyDeleteI like that the books she loved and read did play a part in this one, and weren't just a convenient backdrop.
DeleteLove a novel set in a library. Adding to tbr.
ReplyDelete:D You won't be sorry.
DeleteThis sounds wonderful. I like the idea of her classifying people by what they read. :)
ReplyDeleteI liked that, too. :D
DeleteI would be so sad if my library closed and I don't take advantage of half the different services it offers. This sounds absolutely wonderful!
ReplyDeleteI would be lost without my library!
DeleteI'm glad you liked it so much.
ReplyDeleteMe, too! It's always nice when a book you're hoping you'll like exceeds expectations.
DeleteI really enjoyed this one too! And, you reminded me I still need to do my wrap up on this one. I just loved the library patrons and how they come together.
ReplyDeleteI loved that, too, especially when they camp out in the library overnight. :D
DeleteSounds like just the thing, Lark!
ReplyDeleteIt's a good one!
DeleteThis sounds like a truly lovely read! I'm pretty sure it's on my TBR already. If not, I'm sticking it on there now. It sounds like a great feel-good read.
ReplyDeleteIt is a fun feel-good read. I liked the quirkiness of the town and characters, and I related in many ways to June. :D
DeleteOoh, sounds good! I love books about libraries, bookshops, etc. This one is going on my TBR right away!
ReplyDeleteI love books about libraries and bookshops, too! I'm always on the lookout for more. :D
DeleteI love the sound of this! I just finished a book with similar themes that I really enjoyed too.
ReplyDeleteWhich book? I'm always on the lookout for more bookish books to read.
DeleteI love bookish books! I've seen this one around quite a bit. I'm glad to see you enjoyed it!
ReplyDeleteIt ended up being just a fun and heartwarming book. :D
DeleteThis one just made me smile, predictability and all.
ReplyDeleteThis one made me smile, too...all the way through! :D
DeleteLovely review, Lark! Glad you enjoyed it.
ReplyDeleteIt's just cute and fun.
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