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Florence Adler Swims Forever by Rachel Beanland
3.0

I heard such wonderful things about this book. I loved the relationships between Stuart, Joseph, Anna, and Gussie. I didn't care for the other characters much.

I didn't realize this takes place in the years leading up to the Holocaust. I loved the way that was intertwined throughout the story. I also loved that Florence is based on a true story.

The book was slow moving and a little dull in places. It didn't really seem like there was much of a climax. Then it just ended. While the character development was amazing, the plot left much to be desired.