A review by melodys_library
The Bookshop on the Corner by Jenny Colgan

3.0

This was an unexpectedly delightful read. I knew from her “Message to Readers” that I would like Jenny Colgan and enjoy her whimsy in the simple joys of daily life. I continued to like her when she proceeded to list “Stuff I Like” in her “About the Author,” section, and it was quite simply a list of things that bring her joy, like bicycles, pink wine, Spotify, only some seasons of Big Brother, stripey things, etc. I always smile when I can picture an author as one of my oldest friends.

This book is for anyone that lives their life quietly in a corner being nice, longing for dreams they think they can’t have because they’re not special or extraordinary. Well, guess what? You are special, and you are extraordinary.

It’s a bit predictable with no major mind bendy twists that require the most focused attention, which makes this a nice beach or poolside read.