Reviews

Growing An Inch by Stanley Gordon West

beatricehill's review against another edition

5.0

I loved this story so much. So much so that I read one specific passage out loud or paraphrased it to my friends that would humor me with it. Stanley Gordon West just has this beautiful ability to capture the human spirit. The beauty and grief that accompany our lives, often simultaneously. There are so many lovely metaphors described throughout that all come together in the end. Set in 1949 St. Paul/Minneapolis, Donny Cunningham does whatever it takes to care for his siblings and father after his mother unexpectedly dies. There is so much humor and heart in this story, all while Donny truly grapples with deep regret and grief on his path of navigating forgiveness. This is most likely my favorite Stanley Gordon West novel. Like all of his novels, this has it all: mystery, romance, humor, and heart! You won't regret spending time and "growing an inch" beside Donny Cunningham!

sarahhelou's review against another edition

hopeful lighthearted fast-paced

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

3.75

hinniger's review against another edition

3.0

Typical Stanley Gordon West! Setting St. Paul, storyline simple and in the 40s! I love his writing! SO simple yet so powerful and enjoyable! Only a few left of his to read and can’t wait!