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The Memory Library
by Kate Storey
emotional
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I will forever cherish this book, despite the sad themes throughout this book it is like getting a big bear hug. I also felt it was like looking into a mirror and being able to see myself and it truly made me reflect and appreciate who I am as a person and reminded me to make time for those I love and cherish.
The story is centered around Ella and her strained and distant relationship with her mother Sally. It's so much more than that but I recommend you read this book spoiler free.
I absolutely adored the sense of community within these pages. It was refreshing to read it was all based in London where we expect hustle bustle, not knowing your neighbours and not speaking to people in our streets. Originally from down south I know we get communities like this but it's a common misconception that places like London aren't.
The bookish references made this even more special. I loved Ella's Library - [ read the book to find out more ].
When Ella says " If I was Queen of the world... " I grinned everytime because I've said this phrase so many times and I can imagine most people have. I saw myself in Ella and as scary as that was I've definitely opened my eyes to my own self.
I cannot recommend this book enough I think I'll be going on about it for a long time to come and I think its the ideal book to kick off 2024 when we're all in the process of reflection and making changes.
A huge thankyou to netgalley & Avon Publishing for giving me the pleasure of reading this book.
The story is centered around Ella and her strained and distant relationship with her mother Sally. It's so much more than that but I recommend you read this book spoiler free.
I absolutely adored the sense of community within these pages. It was refreshing to read it was all based in London where we expect hustle bustle, not knowing your neighbours and not speaking to people in our streets. Originally from down south I know we get communities like this but it's a common misconception that places like London aren't.
The bookish references made this even more special. I loved Ella's Library - [ read the book to find out more ].
When Ella says " If I was Queen of the world... " I grinned everytime because I've said this phrase so many times and I can imagine most people have. I saw myself in Ella and as scary as that was I've definitely opened my eyes to my own self.
I cannot recommend this book enough I think I'll be going on about it for a long time to come and I think its the ideal book to kick off 2024 when we're all in the process of reflection and making changes.
A huge thankyou to netgalley & Avon Publishing for giving me the pleasure of reading this book.