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kayemm's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This book was a good blend of the truth about the photograph from 1948 and a story developed into this novel. A fast-paced read that tugs at your heart strings. The mother of the children, Geraldine, is portrayed well in this book. In real life, she's pretty much a monster. I'm a little surprised the author took that route, but I think she was trying to show compassion for all the hardships that women went through back in those days.
The writing is solid and holds your attention. The pace is very good. You don't feel like the story drags at all.
The writing is solid and holds your attention. The pace is very good. You don't feel like the story drags at all.
Moderate: Child death, Child abuse, and Gun violence
Minor: Physical abuse
thelittlebookishnerd's review
challenging
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This is probably the most heartbreaking cover that I have ever seen. The book lives up to the cover.
Sold on a Monday is so much more than just a story about two kids for sale in a newspaper article. It is about the lengths people will go to to get their "big break" and what they'll do when faced with an impossible choice. It is about love and redemption. It is about trying to right the wrongdoings.
This is the first book that I have read by Kristina McMorris and I immediately added all of her books to my never-ending TBR! Kristina transports you to another era and place through her beautiful writing. I could easily imagine the sights and sounds of 1930s Philly whether it was the bustling newspaper office or a back-alley club. The flow of the storyline was great and it constantly captivated me.
Overall, Sold on a Monday is a beautiful historical fiction novel that I think is going to stay with me for quite some time. I highly recommend this book!
Sold on a Monday is so much more than just a story about two kids for sale in a newspaper article. It is about the lengths people will go to to get their "big break" and what they'll do when faced with an impossible choice. It is about love and redemption. It is about trying to right the wrongdoings.
This is the first book that I have read by Kristina McMorris and I immediately added all of her books to my never-ending TBR! Kristina transports you to another era and place through her beautiful writing. I could easily imagine the sights and sounds of 1930s Philly whether it was the bustling newspaper office or a back-alley club. The flow of the storyline was great and it constantly captivated me.
Overall, Sold on a Monday is a beautiful historical fiction novel that I think is going to stay with me for quite some time. I highly recommend this book!
Graphic: Abandonment, Child abuse, and Confinement
Moderate: Gun violence and Mental illness
Minor: Car accident, Child death, and Torture
a_wren_that_reads's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Abandonment and Child abuse
Moderate: Kidnapping, Alcohol, and Gun violence
Minor: Car accident and Child death
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