A review by unfiltered_fiction
Stepping Up by Sarah Turner

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

This book is an absolute balm to the soul. It's a beautiful piece of storytelling, especially for a fiction debut. The quality of writing is high throughout, with a good, simple plot bolstered by gorgeous characters of all ages, great dialogue, and a strong range of emotions. Occasionally, the exploration of certain themes felt a little glancing and surface level and definitely could have gone further, but this was probably necessary to maintaining a good pace for a book in this genre. It certainly didn't detract from the authenticity and charm of the characters, their community, and their story.
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