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bambinobay24's review
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
megra17's review against another edition
challenging
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
soliteyah's review
emotional
mysterious
reflective
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? Yes
4.0
Solid read with believable period details.
mwstel6's review
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
4.0
bethsponz's review
4.0
The Dakota building has intrigued me ever since I read Time and Again by Jack Finney. It is a dual-timeline book between 1880’s and 1980’s New York City. It’s a historical look at the debut of The Dakota in 1885, as well as a murder mystery story woven it.
alanainwi's review against another edition
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
katrenia's review against another edition
4.0
I enjoyed this book. There were a couple of things I thought worked out too conveniently. I liked the switch between 1885 and 1985 to get both the story as it really happened and the story as best it could be investigated in modern times. It was an easy read and I recommend it.
heathernicole20's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
debtat2's review
5.0
Fiona Davis has now become one of my new favourite historical fiction writers!!
The story is told alternately between Sara and Bailey, two women, separated by 100 years, but living in the same infamous New York building, The Dakota.
Switching between two different time periods, 1985 and 1884 alternating past and present.
1880's Sara Smythe wants to make a better life for herself so when an American offers her a job she makes the leap of faith and travels from London to America to help run a prestigious place, The Dakota, for wealthy families.
1985 Bailey Camden, a recovering alcoholic and former interior designer is helping her cousin upgrade the rundown Dakota. While there, Bailey finds three mysterious, antique trunks full of secrets that could change her life forever.
Weaving together their stories, presenting a surprising mystery that ultimately connects the two women this book has lots of interesting historical detail that was clearly well-researched and that brought both the two eras and the characters to life.
The Address is an intriguing story of love and sacrifice, but also greed and betrayal, it is a wonderful atmospheric read that I would recommend for fans of historical fiction and Kate Morton.
Highly recommended 5 star book.
The story is told alternately between Sara and Bailey, two women, separated by 100 years, but living in the same infamous New York building, The Dakota.
Switching between two different time periods, 1985 and 1884 alternating past and present.
1880's Sara Smythe wants to make a better life for herself so when an American offers her a job she makes the leap of faith and travels from London to America to help run a prestigious place, The Dakota, for wealthy families.
1985 Bailey Camden, a recovering alcoholic and former interior designer is helping her cousin upgrade the rundown Dakota. While there, Bailey finds three mysterious, antique trunks full of secrets that could change her life forever.
Weaving together their stories, presenting a surprising mystery that ultimately connects the two women this book has lots of interesting historical detail that was clearly well-researched and that brought both the two eras and the characters to life.
The Address is an intriguing story of love and sacrifice, but also greed and betrayal, it is a wonderful atmospheric read that I would recommend for fans of historical fiction and Kate Morton.
Highly recommended 5 star book.