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The Uncommon Reader by Alan Bennett

kim_j_dare's review against another edition

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4.0

When the Queen of England accidentally discovers an affinity for reading, her staff and subjects are not amused. Charming and insightful.

crysrowe's review against another edition

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funny inspiring lighthearted

4.75

libraryofbees's review against another edition

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

2.0

Considering how short this book is, it felt like I was reading it for ages. 

frankanalysis's review against another edition

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4.0

Not sure I enjoyed the ending, but the rest was very funny, classic Bennett stuff.

kira_dylan's review against another edition

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funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No

4.75

aflovell2's review against another edition

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funny lighthearted reflective relaxing fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

melissa_bookworm's review against another edition

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3.0

A cute little book which acts as a love letter to literature. Definitely suited to people who are already voracious readers (and being a fan of the royals doesn't hurt either).

erin887's review against another edition

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funny lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No

3.5

Cute short read of a book about books.

basianat's review against another edition

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3.0

I expected a more light-hearted and funnier story ..

lindseyshahan's review against another edition

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funny lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5