A review by emsreading
The Lions of Fifth Avenue by Fiona Davis

emotional mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.25

I'm not a fan of historical fiction lately especially since everything is centered around WW2. I read this book for a book club. It flips between a past timeline that plays into a more modern timeline. I enjoyed the past timeline more and cared for Laura's character. She was a woman and mother struggling to fit into her "place". There's so much that goes into the story but it all fit perfectly and with such fun little facts about the New York Public Library and how families used to live in it. I loved that most of the book was set in a library and around the love of books. Well written historical fiction!
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