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Talvi kaukana kaikesta by Jenny Bayliss

aprilalwayswithabook's review against another edition

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2.0

FFS, I cannot be the only person who thought I was reading about a retiree, looking to collect whatever UK's version of Medicare is (? I don't care enough to research this) and not someone MY OWN AGE who was starting over in life bc her husband is a shithead. I could have played a drinking game with how many times her saggy boobs were mentioned and everyone's gray hair was pointed out. While yes, one has a low self esteem after such happens, she otherwise didn't which made all the talk about SO MUCH SAGGY BOOBS SKIMMING THE BOTTOM OF HER RIBCAGE that much more odd.

Also a middle aged man does not use that many emojis, especially on the start.

kellyschwartz's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful lighthearted 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

5.0

candylovegirl's review against another edition

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4.0

Delightful story about an over 40 woman finding heralded and creating a home for herself after her husband cheats on her. I thoroughly enjoyed the descriptions of a seaside village and the community found there. It was also nice to see a “heroine” about my age being centered in a romcom.

kmanhardt's review against another edition

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4.0

Really loved this one!

andreakurtz's review against another edition

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5.0

A quick read perfect for the holiday.

julie_campbell's review against another edition

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4.0

⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

rolstew's review against another edition

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3.0

I liked it, but it probably could’ve been 100 pages shorter. It fit all the romance tropes and I was kind of getting tired of it by the end. But it did have a lot of cozy vibes and crossed multiple holidays.

meganlee3001's review against another edition

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3.0

This was a really cosy, light read. Ideal for the winter months.

I really enjoyed the small town setting and the characters residing there. The book club element was fun too.

I think there are tons of people who would enjoy this book. For me, it was just too long and predictable. But that's personal taste. I know this would be the perfect feel good read for lots of people.


Thank to Jenny Bayliss, NetGalley & Pan Mac Millan for an eArc of this book in exchange for an honest review.

jenlouisegallant's review against another edition

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4.0

This was a really fun read. It had funny bits, it had cozy small town, and a slow burn romance. Overall a good time.

aclaucherty's review against another edition

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medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot

3.0