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3.98 AVERAGE
3.98 AVERAGE
I enjoyed this cozy and whimsical tale of family and home in a little southern town. I really enjoyed the main characters and setting, and over time came to enjoy every last one of the characters! I thought that the foodie details were so fun. I love to imagine those delicious breakfasts and pies. There was a little romance, though it was not the focus, and all off the page. Not really sure that the chapters from the reporter’s pov were needed, but they were ok! I would definitely read more by this author! The audio was good!!
The story pulled me in. The magic of Wicklow and the blackbirds was hard to deny. All of the characters were likable (even Seelie had redeeming qualities).
emotional
hopeful
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This was a very sweet and heartwarming tale. I loved the small town vibes, the café, and all the quirky characters. I loved the relationships that slowly developed, especially between Anna Kate and Natalie, who had both gone through similar losses. While I felt like some of the family reconciliation, especially Seeley's pretty quick and uncharacteristic about face seemed a little too unbelievable and quick, it didn't stop me from wishing I could drive down to Wicklow for some blackberry pie, sweet tea, and conversation.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Car accident
Moderate: Terminal illness, Death of parent
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
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I loved listening to this beautiful book! It pulled me in right away and never let me go. It’s described as “a captivating blend of magical realism, heartwarming romance, and small-town Southern charm.” I couldn’t have said it better myself.
I enjoyed the story and the mild magical elements. Unfortunately, the author spent a lot of time on build up and identifying conflict that we're a good read with pleasant character development, but then resolved conflicts so easily that it felt more like I was reading a modern Middlemarch. Nice story and well-written, but ended simpler than I expected when I started it.
emotional
lighthearted
slow-paced
This book was a little like chicken soup for the soul. It was just the right combination of reality with a little bit of magic thrown in (and I mean, very little). It didn’t have an in your face plot line, but I enjoyed the uncovering of family secrets and the unravelling of various people’s grief. The author writes beautifully and I happily fell into the the world of Wicklow and was a little sad to have my visit there end.
If you like stories of women finding their place in the world, small town charm and redemption, then this one might be for you.
If you like stories of women finding their place in the world, small town charm and redemption, then this one might be for you.