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thisquietheartreads 's review for:
The Baxters
by Karen Kingsbury
challenging
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I have wanted to read this series for a long time! I decided that now is as good a time as any! I have enjoyed a couple of Karen’s other books so I knew I’d probably enjoy this one too!
This is the prequel to the Baxter Family series that is very popular with Karen Kingsbury. It is a shorter read and really goes over the span of one day! According to the author it is the background story for the rest of the series!
This book is a little heavier than my normal reads but I am also aware that usually prequels have all the hard parts because the resolutions come with the stories in the series!! I actually find it oddly realistic because it does portray the mistakes and pains that people really do struggle with in real life. I look forward to seeing what the resolution to some of the hardships brought out in this book will be!
It does offer hope and reminders of God’s grace even in an imperfect world and with imperfect people! I look forward to continuing with this series and following along the Baxter’s journey.
Content Warnings:
Language: None
Spice: Level 1
TW: Extra-marital Affair (non-detailed, mentioned from past), Car Accident, Grief, Alcohol use mentioned.