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4.03 AVERAGE
4.03 AVERAGE
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
emotional
reflective
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:
Yes
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
This was such a heartwarming contemporary novel. It took me a couple of chapters to really get into the story, but once I did, I was hooked. Just such a sweet second chance story and I love books about books. Ella drove me crazy a couple of times with her jumping to conclusions, but I loved seeing her character growth! Thank you to NetGalley and to the publisher for my audio ARC!
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This beautiful tribute to family, the connections we make that become family, forgiveness and the power of books is one of the most heartwarming books I have read in some time. Sally, the main character, has lovingly created a library for her daughter, Ella, by specially curating a new book on her birthday each year with a message for her. Due to circumstances, they become estranged for many years until Sally has an accident at home resulting in Ella, who is now a high-powered attorney, needing to come assist her both physically and with extensive repairs to the home.
During the time Ella is with Sally, she learns about her impact on those around her and that she may have been rash in her previous judgement and reasons to leave. The audiobook narration by Jilly Bond and Imogene Wilde provides an immersive experience and adds a great deal to making this audiobook truly one to not miss.
Thank you to NetGalley and Harper Adult Audio for the advance copy. All opinions are my own.
inspiring
reflective
sad
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:
Yes
The Memory Library was a heartwarming story of redemption and family. I was able to connect with the characters Ella and Sally for different reasons. The secondary characters were also very vivid to me. I was very touched by the Memory Library and plan to create my own as I think it was such a deeply thoughtful and touching tribute to Ella. The narrators fit with the story well and added to my enjoyment. I will seek out future books by Kate Storey.
Thank you Net Galley, Kate Storey and Harper Audio for the opportunity to preview this audiobook. The opinions shared are my own.
The Memory Library is expected to be released Feb. 1, 2025.
Thank you Net Galley, Kate Storey and Harper Audio for the opportunity to preview this audiobook. The opinions shared are my own.
The Memory Library is expected to be released Feb. 1, 2025.
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
I loved the idea of this books and some of the elements - the library of books curated by a mother to her daughter - loved that - loved the community building - other parts of the story seemed forced, so I have some mixed emotions about this one.