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tonijanereads 's review for:
Small Things Like These
by Claire Keegan
emotional
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Book 41 (bonus book 1) of 2025 is “Small Things Like These” by Claire Keegan.
1980s Ireland. Bill Furlong, a coal merchant with a humble past, notices a young mother in danger just before Christmas. He must decide: stay silent or act. A quiet, moving story about how small acts of courage and kindness can truly change lives.
I had to reread the first chapters to get my bearings, but once I did, it was a smooth, engrossing read and short enough to finish in a day.
Four stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️