3.64 AVERAGE


I really, really liked this one (read for a book club). Enjoyable drama and humor, centered around a family restaurant in my very own neighborhood (which earns bonus points from me). Local details were spot on — I do own so many tote bags!

3.5 stars
emotional funny medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
emotional funny hopeful lighthearted sad medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

Very sweet slice of life with interesting characters and thorough descriptions of grief. I often found the main characters whiny, and sometimes had trouble relating to their points of view because of this.

charming book but was a bit slow at times

I was getting We Are the Brennan vibes, and I think I didn’t like it as much because I kept comparing it to that book. I just wasn’t as invested in the characters.

Very good story.
lighthearted reflective medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes