Although set in Nottingham, England during World War II, the Booklover's Library by Madeline Martin is depicted in the book description as âheartwarming. The choice of the word "heartwarming" is an apt one. The book picks up on the history of lending library in the Boots Chemist shops and of life in England during the ware. Despite it being a story of war, this book is a sweet, feel good tale of family, friends, and books.
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Reviewed for NetGalley and a publisher's blog tour.
Read my complete review at http://www.memoriesfrombooks.com/2024/09/the-booklovers-library.html
Reviewed for NetGalley and a publisher's blog tour.
madeline martin does a lovely job of offering the reader a wide variety of characters, many of whom are relatable. libraries and bookshops frame the story with the backdrop being the germans bombing england during world war two. an extra theme that runs through the book is the plight of women wanting to work. only single women can work at the library, mothers and wives and widows cannot. that leaves out a ton of the population, especially during war time. it's quite a plight to observe from the comforts of 2024 standards. there is a lot of feel good stuff going on in this book and also the stark reality of how hard life can be, for all of us. being connected, compassionate and caring makes a world of difference.
