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3.71 AVERAGE
3.71 AVERAGE
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:
Yes
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
medium-paced
What an enjoyable novel, set in one of the harshest times in history. Depicting life in England for women during the end of World War I, the story centers on Emily Bryce. She willingly gives up her entitled status in life to serve her country in the Women’s Land Army. The Victory Garden is a heartwarming story filled with memorable characters. Emily faces some of the hardest circumstances imaginable as her unlikely new friends rally to help. The only downside to the book is the abrupt ending, leaving me wanting more. But I definitely recommend to fans of historical or women's fiction.
I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.
I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
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:
Complicated
Meh
It was a decent story line, but honestly overly dramatic for my taste. The writing wasn’t the greatest either. Quick mindless read though after reading a few heavier books.
It was a decent story line, but honestly overly dramatic for my taste. The writing wasn’t the greatest either. Quick mindless read though after reading a few heavier books.
What I love most about Rhys Bowen’s writing is her ability to sweep you away to another locale. She engages all of the senses and allows the reader to escape to a different time and place. While reading this I was no longer on my couch, in the midst of a Minnesota winter. I was completely wrapped up in this story, the distinct smell of a wood burning fire in my nose and the damp feel of a stone cottage in my bones. This sweeping saga is beautifully written and I adored the characters, the setting, and the lessons learned. This is the tale of Emily, a young lady in the midst of the first war. She yearns for more yet is held back by her overbearing parents in the safety of her parents estate. When she turns 21 she is able to set out on her own and determined to do something to support the war effort, becomes a Land Girl. These strong women take over the work for the men that are gone fighting in the war and work farms to continue to keep the country fed. This is a far cry from her sheltered upbringing but brings out a strength in her she didn’t know she had and sets her on a different path in life. Emily begins to forge a new path and struggles without her parents financial assistance, yet never giving up her will to do it on her own. This is a fabulous story and in my opinion, Rhys Bowen’s best work yet. For me, The Victory Garden was ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5 stars. Thank you @amazonpublishing for this advance reader in exchange for my honest review.
Dragged on for far too long. A formulaic cast & plot, unlikable & boring protagonist, and an elementary writing style.
I picked this book randomly because it was free with Amazon Prime, and I really didn’t expect to love it as much as I did! Great character development and interesting story. Well worth a read.