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lyloveslit 's review for:
The Bookshop Sisterhood
by Michelle Lindo-Rice
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Rating: 3.25 Stars
“The Bookshop Sisterhood” by Michelle Lindo-Rice is my first read from this author, and overall, it was an enjoyable experience. The story centers on four best friends—Celeste, Yasmeen, Toni, and Leslie—who share a deep bond over their love for books and their dream of opening a bookshop together. What worked well in this novel is the authenticity of their friendship. The dialogue, banter, and drama between the four friends felt natural and believable, making their connection truly come alive on the page.
Each character had her own storyline, and I appreciated how the author managed to balance these multiple perspectives without sacrificing depth or interest. It’s often challenging to maintain equal engagement across several POVs, but Lindo-Rice nailed it. The pacing of the drama was also a highlight, as it was fast enough to keep me turning the pages.
However, there were a few drawbacks that impacted my overall experience. The plot felt a bit too familiar, as if it followed a well-worn path seen in other novels of this genre. The author includes a cameo by Kimberla Lawson Roby, and while it’s a nice nod, it also made the story feel even more derivative, almost as if it were a continuation of one of Roby’s books. Additionally, the characters were somewhat predictable, and I found myself accurately guessing the ending long before I reached it.
Another issue was the heavy use of pop culture references, which can be a double-edged sword. While these references are relatable now, they risk dating the book in the future, potentially diminishing the reading experience for later audiences.
Overall , “The Bookshop Sisterhood” offers an engaging story of friendship, love for books, and personal drama. While it didn’t break new ground for me, it was an enjoyable read that kept me interested until the end.
Rating: 3.25 Stars
“The Bookshop Sisterhood” by Michelle Lindo-Rice is my first read from this author, and overall, it was an enjoyable experience. The story centers on four best friends—Celeste, Yasmeen, Toni, and Leslie—who share a deep bond over their love for books and their dream of opening a bookshop together. What worked well in this novel is the authenticity of their friendship. The dialogue, banter, and drama between the four friends felt natural and believable, making their connection truly come alive on the page.
Each character had her own storyline, and I appreciated how the author managed to balance these multiple perspectives without sacrificing depth or interest. It’s often challenging to maintain equal engagement across several POVs, but Lindo-Rice nailed it. The pacing of the drama was also a highlight, as it was fast enough to keep me turning the pages.
However, there were a few drawbacks that impacted my overall experience. The plot felt a bit too familiar, as if it followed a well-worn path seen in other novels of this genre. The author includes a cameo by Kimberla Lawson Roby, and while it’s a nice nod, it also made the story feel even more derivative, almost as if it were a continuation of one of Roby’s books. Additionally, the characters were somewhat predictable, and I found myself accurately guessing the ending long before I reached it.
Another issue was the heavy use of pop culture references, which can be a double-edged sword. While these references are relatable now, they risk dating the book in the future, potentially diminishing the reading experience for later audiences.
Overall , “The Bookshop Sisterhood” offers an engaging story of friendship, love for books, and personal drama. While it didn’t break new ground for me, it was an enjoyable read that kept me interested until the end.