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A Light in the Window by Jan Karon

steffski's review against another edition

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3.0

Not a bad read...sometimes slow but overall wholesome

applegnreads's review against another edition

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3.0

I'd read this one before. Now that I know the main characters a bit, I think it's better. Cute.

votesforwomen's review against another edition

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3.0

I first read this book when I was 10 or something because my mom forgot what the main plot was. Thankfully, most of it went right over my head, but reading it now I'm amazed that I read and enjoyed this at such a young age. Not the best of the Mitford books IMO, but still Mitford, so still wonderful. 3.5 stars.

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3.0

This one is my least favorite of the Mitford books (at least the original nine), although I still adore it. It just feels less like coming home and more like a stop on the way.

That is not a bad thing, at all! I still absolutely recommend this series...and this book...this particular installment simply feels a little bit melodramatic at times. That may simply be my opinion, however. The third one is one of my all-time favorite books, so I can't wait to get to that one!

gmamartha's review against another edition

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4.0

Copyrite 1995. Contemporary small NC town.

natschis's review against another edition

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hopeful relaxing slow-paced

3.75

jessicareadsinvb's review against another edition

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emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted mysterious reflective sad tense slow-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

4.0

A heartwarming and cozy winter story. Cynthia and Edith are relentless and unbearable at times. The discovered truth about cousin Meg is funny! Lots of laugh out loud funny moments, just like in book 1.

sharonsueg's review against another edition

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3.0

This one was slow. Can't say I didn't like it, but saying I like it may be a bit too strong. Wanted to finish it though in the hopes that the next one is better.

freckleduck's review against another edition

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4.0

I really enjoyed this book. I loved reading about characters I knew and I felt the plot was enjoyable. I appreciated the nuances.

sparklethenpop's review against another edition

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4.0

The second book was definitely better than the first, still a little good to be true but I knew all the characters this time, so it was a better moving plot without the details of introductions.