A review by cjeanne99
Bowlaway by Elizabeth McCracken

lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

How this gets labeled as “historical fiction” is beyond me. Story of a woman who mysteriously appears in a New England town - opens a candle pin bowling alley - and starts a multi generation business. Interesting cast of characters with quirky behaviors.