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anke_books's review against another edition
3.0
Eindelijk de serie uit! Dit boek vond ik het beste, helemaal met de uitgebreide beschrijving van een rondreizende circusgroep.
lawnchairbookworm's review against another edition
4.0
In this story we enter the charming town of Ivy Hill once more and get to check in on all the residents we’ve come to love. I love the way Klassen wraps up everyone’s stories in this final book of the series.
brokelibrary's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
sheilasamuelson's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
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? Yes
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars!!
Review:
Thank you again to My Great-Aunt for lending me this series back in November 2021!!
Another Phenomenal Book in this Series about 3 women living in Ivy Hill, England!!
The Characters were so interesting to read about. Lady Barbara came off as annoying to me since she tryed to marry off her daughter even before he boyfriend popped the question. Jane and Thora are still my favorites in this series.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually back in Ivy Hill again while reading.
Overall a Phenomenal Book in this series which i feel tied up this series very nicely!! Can't wait to read more by Julie in the future!!
Review:
Thank you again to My Great-Aunt for lending me this series back in November 2021!!
Another Phenomenal Book in this Series about 3 women living in Ivy Hill, England!!
The Characters were so interesting to read about. Lady Barbara came off as annoying to me since she tryed to marry off her daughter even before he boyfriend popped the question. Jane and Thora are still my favorites in this series.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually back in Ivy Hill again while reading.
Overall a Phenomenal Book in this series which i feel tied up this series very nicely!! Can't wait to read more by Julie in the future!!
amandasbookreview's review against another edition
5.0
I have read several of Julie Klassen’s novels and this one did not disappoint. The Bride of Ivy Green is the third book in the Tales from Ivy Hill series. I have only read this book and the second book, The Ladies of Ivy Cottage. This book picks up where the second one left off. Mercy’s brother is moving into the cottage with his new wife, who makes it well known that Mercy is not welcome. Mercy has to make a decision regarding her future since she has to close her school. Jane is also reconnected with Gabriel Locke, he makes his intentions known but she can’t bear to disappoint him since she cannot have children. However, Ivy Hill goes through some changes as a new mysterious dressmaker comes to town. Will these ladies be able to overcome these obstacles and find the path they are destined for? And what about love?
I just love Julie Klassen’s writing. She has focus and even though the point of view changes often, it is always a smooth transition. I still feel like I am missing something though since I have not read the first book. That is the only problem with this series, they are not standalone novels. Each book has distinct information that carries over into the next book. I really hope there is another book in the series though!
I do love the characters. Every single character seems realistic despite the time period and their situation. The only character I did not like is Helena. (Mercy’s sister-in-law) However, it made Mercy that much more admirable. I also love the descriptions of Ivy Hill. Can I live there, please? It sounds like it is straight out of a dream. Overall, this book is a wonderful read and I hope that there will be more. I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars.
Thank you, NetGalley, Bethany House Publishers and Julie Klassen for a copy of this book!
I just love Julie Klassen’s writing. She has focus and even though the point of view changes often, it is always a smooth transition. I still feel like I am missing something though since I have not read the first book. That is the only problem with this series, they are not standalone novels. Each book has distinct information that carries over into the next book. I really hope there is another book in the series though!
I do love the characters. Every single character seems realistic despite the time period and their situation. The only character I did not like is Helena. (Mercy’s sister-in-law) However, it made Mercy that much more admirable. I also love the descriptions of Ivy Hill. Can I live there, please? It sounds like it is straight out of a dream. Overall, this book is a wonderful read and I hope that there will be more. I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars.
Thank you, NetGalley, Bethany House Publishers and Julie Klassen for a copy of this book!
kjulie's review against another edition
4.0
This was a nice conclusion to the stories of the three women we’ve been following across the three books of this series. I found that since I already knew the characters (for the most part) and the setting, there was no extra energy or effort required to get swept up into the story. There were a few things that I wasn’t crazy about and others that just felt too convient, but overall this was a comforting read.
shebalis's review against another edition
2.0
I realise reading this one last meant I am not as attached too the characters and their story lines, it just isn't interesting enough for me to bother to put it down and read the first 2 and get to this later. I skimmed it to get it over with.
cctblog's review against another edition
4.0
I've said this before, but it bears repeating: the Tales from Ivy Hill series is perfect for fans of gentle period pieces like Cranford and Lark Rise to Candleford. This series, which focuses on several woman living in Ivy Hill, is sweet, gentle, and completely addicting.
The Bride of Ivy Green is the third and final book in the series (and you really do need to read the series in order, as each novel builds on the last). It's told from the perspectives of four women: Mercy Grove, whose life is turned upside-down by the arrival of her brother and his wife (think Austen's John & Fanny Dashwood from Sense & Sensibility); Jane Bell, owner of The Bell Inn, who is in love with Gabriel Locke but not sure if she is strong enough for another marriage; Rachel, Lady Brockwell after finally marrying Sir Timothy, who is now intent on seeing her sister-in-law Justina marry for love, not duty; and newcomer Victorine, the dressmaker with a mysterious past who opens a shop in Ivy Hill.
The women experience unexpected joys and sorrows as they continue living their lives in Ivy Hill. Of all the stories, Mercy's was the one that most interested me; she broke off a relationship in the second book and seemed to be building something with Joseph Kingsley, though he considered himself to be below her station. But then another suitor entered the mix, once who could give Mercy's nearly all of her dreams. The trajectory of Mercy's life drastically changed throughout the novel, and I loved watching her navigate everything.
I also enjoyed continuing Jane's story, and I loved how Mercy's Aunt Matty's life intertwined with Jane's in an unexpected way.
The one aspect I didn't totally love about this novel was Victorine. She was fine, but her story didn't interest me nearly as much as Justina's story did, yet Victorine got much more page time.
Overall, this is a wonderful conclusion to the series; while "Happily Ever Afters" abound, not every story is tied up with a neat bow, and I appreciated that real-life feeling. Honestly, I'm a little bit jealous of readers who haven't begun the series yet, as I think reading the three novels back-to-back would be an even more enjoyable experience! 4-1/2 stars.
Note: If you've read Klassen's The Dancing Master, look for a fun cameo by Alec and Julia!
Disclosure of material connection: I received this book from the author and publisher. I was not required to write a positive review, and the opinions expressed are my own.
The Bride of Ivy Green is the third and final book in the series (and you really do need to read the series in order, as each novel builds on the last). It's told from the perspectives of four women: Mercy Grove, whose life is turned upside-down by the arrival of her brother and his wife (think Austen's John & Fanny Dashwood from Sense & Sensibility); Jane Bell, owner of The Bell Inn, who is in love with Gabriel Locke but not sure if she is strong enough for another marriage; Rachel, Lady Brockwell after finally marrying Sir Timothy, who is now intent on seeing her sister-in-law Justina marry for love, not duty; and newcomer Victorine, the dressmaker with a mysterious past who opens a shop in Ivy Hill.
The women experience unexpected joys and sorrows as they continue living their lives in Ivy Hill. Of all the stories, Mercy's was the one that most interested me; she broke off a relationship in the second book and seemed to be building something with Joseph Kingsley, though he considered himself to be below her station. But then another suitor entered the mix, once who could give Mercy's nearly all of her dreams. The trajectory of Mercy's life drastically changed throughout the novel, and I loved watching her navigate everything.
I also enjoyed continuing Jane's story, and I loved how Mercy's Aunt Matty's life intertwined with Jane's in an unexpected way.
The one aspect I didn't totally love about this novel was Victorine. She was fine, but her story didn't interest me nearly as much as Justina's story did, yet Victorine got much more page time.
Overall, this is a wonderful conclusion to the series; while "Happily Ever Afters" abound, not every story is tied up with a neat bow, and I appreciated that real-life feeling. Honestly, I'm a little bit jealous of readers who haven't begun the series yet, as I think reading the three novels back-to-back would be an even more enjoyable experience! 4-1/2 stars.
Note: If you've read Klassen's The Dancing Master, look for a fun cameo by Alec and Julia!
Disclosure of material connection: I received this book from the author and publisher. I was not required to write a positive review, and the opinions expressed are my own.
beka_ray's review against another edition
5.0
Klassen is one of my go-to authors. And this one held up with the others of the series.
I love how all of her different stories weave together and people are left with their happy endings - and not always the obvious happy ending.
Mercy has always been a favorite and seeing her ending simply made me the happiest. And the new Victorine has a good start here and the classic darker past.
Honestly I love these stories and hope she continues writing them.
I love how all of her different stories weave together and people are left with their happy endings - and not always the obvious happy ending.
Mercy has always been a favorite and seeing her ending simply made me the happiest. And the new Victorine has a good start here and the classic darker past.
Honestly I love these stories and hope she continues writing them.