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The Moth and Moon by Glenn Quigley
4.0
My first experience with Glenn Quigley's writing and I’m definitely looking forward to more.
I’m not sure what this classifies as - a historical featuring a small fishing village in the late 1700s. There's so much more to enjoy! Local lore, gossip, a Hurricane, several daring rescues, drama, and a budding romance. This is also set in a town/area accepting of and embracing gay couples. The main romance is MM.
While the main character and focus is gentle giant Robin, Quigley also writes from the perspective of many other townsfolk. I like that the majority of the characters are older - with Robin being 50. Except for the adorable May Bell who was a delightful addition to the story and helped highlight the characters who interacted with her. While this is long - it’s in that good way where numerous tales and events come together for a wonderful (well, for most of the characters) ending.
I enjoyed the pacing and world building. And I always enjoy books with all the emotions. Robin has gone through so much in his life and continues to face adversity. I loved that so many questions were answered for him and that he’s finally found happiness, and not just romantically. This does not end on a cliffhanger and you could stop here - but Robin has more adventures in The Lion Lies Waiting. I’ll be reading that soon.
2022 - Saw this author on IG - I need this book in my life.
I’m not sure what this classifies as - a historical featuring a small fishing village in the late 1700s. There's so much more to enjoy! Local lore, gossip, a Hurricane, several daring rescues, drama, and a budding romance. This is also set in a town/area accepting of and embracing gay couples. The main romance is MM.
While the main character and focus is gentle giant Robin, Quigley also writes from the perspective of many other townsfolk. I like that the majority of the characters are older - with Robin being 50. Except for the adorable May Bell who was a delightful addition to the story and helped highlight the characters who interacted with her. While this is long - it’s in that good way where numerous tales and events come together for a wonderful (well, for most of the characters) ending.
I enjoyed the pacing and world building. And I always enjoy books with all the emotions. Robin has gone through so much in his life and continues to face adversity. I loved that so many questions were answered for him and that he’s finally found happiness, and not just romantically. This does not end on a cliffhanger and you could stop here - but Robin has more adventures in The Lion Lies Waiting. I’ll be reading that soon.
2022 - Saw this author on IG - I need this book in my life.