A review by bethsbookshelf
The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams

challenging emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted mysterious reflective relaxing sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.25

So wholesome, lovely, cozy & yet somehow profound. I’m not usually a fan of lighthearted British literature - I find it can be quite cringey and gimmicky, and while this definitely had elements of that, the raw emotion of the book carried me through. I loved the whole idea of this reading list & finding out the mystery behind it. I loved Mukesh SO much and his sweet relationship with Aleisha. There were a few plot holes & the tragedy near the end felt a bit unexplored/glossed over. But overall I think this was a sweet and sensitive book that shed light on grief, depression, anxiety, joy, blessings, gratitude, different cultures and of course, the importance of reading. 🤍
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