A review by tiiiger35
Stepping Up by Sarah Turner

emotional hopeful inspiring lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

This was a really wholesome book. The author ‘Sarah Turner’ certainly knows how to write about family and all the complexities within that unit. 
There was nothing cheesy about this novel, the storyline was strong & had many layers to it. The grief & suffering was well balanced against the consistent light humour….usually down to little Ted. So, it never felt like a depressing read despite its overall plot. 

I loved Beth’s character, trying to navigate her way through her 30s, it felt relatable. Her messy, chaotic personality was loveable because she was giving it her all looking after her niece & nephew. Her & Jorys relationship was endearing, as was her & Alberts. The best friendships can appear in the hardest of times. 

The ending was open ended but, it didn’t feel like a cop out. It felt right to leave it to the reader to choose in this instance. 
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