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Bookshop Girl
by Chloe Coles
The cover is very eye catching, it's very simple in its design but the bright colours really do pop, so it definitely stands out in a bookshop.
When I first read the synopsis of this I thought it would be a cute, funny read.
"Bennett's Bookshop has always been a haven for sixteen year old Paige Turner. It's a place where she can escape from her sleepy hometown, hang out with her best friend, Holly, and also earn some money.
But, like so many bookshops, Bennett's has become a "casualty of the high street"- it's strapped for cash and going to be torn down. Paige is determined to save it, but mobilising a small town like Greysworth is no mean feat.
Time is ticking- but that's not the only problem Paige has. How is she going to fend off the attractions of beautiful, fellow artist, Blaine? And, more importantly, will his anarchist ways make or break her bookshop campaign?"
I think this appealed to the book lover in me, I mean any book lover would do whatever they could to save their local bookshop wouldn't they?
Paige Turner (yes there are a couple of comments about her name throughout the novel) is quite a likeable character, for a teenager she shows a lot of dedication and ambition.
The writing is humorous and each character has a distinctive personality- even the bookshop itself becomes a character- you could easily imagine being there yourself.
While Paige is attempting to save Bennett's we also see her join a "life drawing" class with Bestie Holly- a big part of Paige's story is how she wants to be able to move on from Greysworth where nothing really happens, but she knows that the best thing about it is Bennett's- not only does she work there, but it holds so many memories for her and other people.
I adore the characters introduced in the life drawing class. There is such a good dynamic between Paige and the whole group.
I was intrigued as to how Blaine would be involved in "making or breaking the campaign" and I have to say it wasn't what I was thinking at all. It worked really well for the plotline- although I shan't give any spoilers.
The dialogue reminds me quite a lot of "Angus, thongs and perfect snogging" (Yes I have opted for the film title as I've never actually read the book... sorry) so I would say it would appeal more towards a younger teen audience- so maybe not us who are nearing 30- although having said that it is still enjoyable, just be prepared for "OH EM GEE"
So if you liked "Angus, thongs..." then I would recommend this, it is a fun quick read- which I believe will be having a sequel so I may keep an eye out for that.
Bookshop Girl is available in stores now.
When I first read the synopsis of this I thought it would be a cute, funny read.
"Bennett's Bookshop has always been a haven for sixteen year old Paige Turner. It's a place where she can escape from her sleepy hometown, hang out with her best friend, Holly, and also earn some money.
But, like so many bookshops, Bennett's has become a "casualty of the high street"- it's strapped for cash and going to be torn down. Paige is determined to save it, but mobilising a small town like Greysworth is no mean feat.
Time is ticking- but that's not the only problem Paige has. How is she going to fend off the attractions of beautiful, fellow artist, Blaine? And, more importantly, will his anarchist ways make or break her bookshop campaign?"
I think this appealed to the book lover in me, I mean any book lover would do whatever they could to save their local bookshop wouldn't they?
Paige Turner (yes there are a couple of comments about her name throughout the novel) is quite a likeable character, for a teenager she shows a lot of dedication and ambition.
The writing is humorous and each character has a distinctive personality- even the bookshop itself becomes a character- you could easily imagine being there yourself.
While Paige is attempting to save Bennett's we also see her join a "life drawing" class with Bestie Holly- a big part of Paige's story is how she wants to be able to move on from Greysworth where nothing really happens, but she knows that the best thing about it is Bennett's- not only does she work there, but it holds so many memories for her and other people.
I adore the characters introduced in the life drawing class. There is such a good dynamic between Paige and the whole group.
I was intrigued as to how Blaine would be involved in "making or breaking the campaign" and I have to say it wasn't what I was thinking at all. It worked really well for the plotline- although I shan't give any spoilers.
The dialogue reminds me quite a lot of "Angus, thongs and perfect snogging" (Yes I have opted for the film title as I've never actually read the book... sorry) so I would say it would appeal more towards a younger teen audience- so maybe not us who are nearing 30- although having said that it is still enjoyable, just be prepared for "OH EM GEE"
So if you liked "Angus, thongs..." then I would recommend this, it is a fun quick read- which I believe will be having a sequel so I may keep an eye out for that.
Bookshop Girl is available in stores now.