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I absolutely loved this book. It's the story of the packhorse librarians of the 1930s who, on a scheme promoted by Eleanor Roosevelt, set up a mobile library service in the mountainous regions of Kentucky. The story is based on real events although the plot and characters are imagined. I loved the brave women who put their hearts and bodies into providing not just books, but inspiration, friendship and hope to those isolated homes and communities. This whole book is full of inspiring female characters (and a few good men). It's very well written with a plot that moves along nicely. An excellent book.

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adventurous inspiring reflective 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? No

4.0

readingmojo's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional hopeful inspiring 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

3.5

calvinzmom's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional hopeful sad tense 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? Yes

4.0

lyssapreble's review

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adventurous challenging emotional hopeful medium-paced

4.0

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5.0

This book is absolutely rich with vivid descriptions and language. It kept me interested throughout the entire novel. I fell in love with the characters and the plot. It is the best book of the year so far!

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4.0

1937 Appalachan Kentucky. WPA Packhorse Librarians. Mining towns and mountain folk.

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