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A review by swampbooks
Hester by Laurie Lico Albanese
4.0
Buying a book at random based on the vibes alone is always a gamble, but sometimes it’s one that you win! I’ve never read [b:The Scarlett Letter|30527619|The Scarlett Letter|Nathaniel Hawthorne|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1465744160l/30527619._SX50_.jpg|4925227], and if I knew that’s what this book was inspired by I honestly probably wouldn’t have bothered getting it. I’m glad I did, though, because it was a truly breathtaking and powerful story.
Our main character, Isobel, is the human embodiment of determination and willpower. She faces hardship after hardship, but she doesn’t let that stop her from reaching for her goals while still being there to support others. The writing was bewitching (hah, get it?) and the plot engaging, if a bit slow at times.
Our main character, Isobel, is the human embodiment of determination and willpower. She faces hardship after hardship, but she doesn’t let that stop her from reaching for her goals while still being there to support others. The writing was bewitching (hah, get it?) and the plot engaging, if a bit slow at times.