A review by monalyisha
The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion; Vol. 3 by Beth Brower

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted reflective relaxing fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No

4.5

Another day, another journal…

Alas, I’ve finished this one before the fourth had a chance to arrive. And so, my lazy days with Emma are drawing to a close. For now.

Set in the 1880’s in a tiny English village, these personal tales of Emma M. Lion’s spirited encounters and innermost thoughts are a delight. I love the romance, the quirk, the inexplicable little touches of the otherworldly (e.g. the ghost that haunts their neighborhood). Perfection.

Volume 2 has the honor of being my favorite so far but with so many literary references to Ralph Waldo Emerson (and the tease of an almost-kiss!), Volume 3 isn’t far behind.