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The Little Teashop on Main
A rainy-day ritual—a tea party between three little girls—becomes the framework of not only their friendship, but their lives.
Redheaded, curly-haired Zoe is openhearted, kind and free-spirited, and dreams of becoming a famous actor in New York City. Shy Emily struggles with mental health but has the heart and soul of a writer. And Shannon—tall, athletic, strong—has a deep sense of loyalty that will serve her well when she heads off to military college.
As Zoe, Emily and Shannon grow into women—forging careers, following dreams and finding love—they’ll learn that life doesn’t always unfold the way they want it to, but through it all, the one constant is each other, and their regular tea parties. And when the unthinkable happens, the girls must come together to face the greatest test of all.
A deeply moving novel about the family that raises us, the hearts that nurture us and the great friendships that define our lives.
Redheaded, curly-haired Zoe is openhearted, kind and free-spirited, and dreams of becoming a famous actor in New York City. Shy Emily struggles with mental health but has the heart and soul of a writer. And Shannon—tall, athletic, strong—has a deep sense of loyalty that will serve her well when she heads off to military college.
As Zoe, Emily and Shannon grow into women—forging careers, following dreams and finding love—they’ll learn that life doesn’t always unfold the way they want it to, but through it all, the one constant is each other, and their regular tea parties. And when the unthinkable happens, the girls must come together to face the greatest test of all.
A deeply moving novel about the family that raises us, the hearts that nurture us and the great friendships that define our lives.
330 pages, Paperback
First published May 7, 2019
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May 4, 2019
Sweet, affecting, and exceptionally absorbing!
The Little Teashop on Main is an enchanting, heartwarming story set in the quaint town of Laurel Springs that takes us into the lives of Zoe, Emily, and Shannon as together they tackle all the highs and lows of life through shared moments, a few tears, lots of laughs, and an abundance of tea.
The prose is effortless and smooth. The characters are genuine, supportive, reliable, and compassionate. And the plot, written in a back and forth, past/present style captivates and enchants as it sweeps you along a tale of love, loss, family, courage, coming-of-age, community, happiness, and unconditional friendship.
With The Little Teashop on Main Thomas has written a tender, heartfelt, beautiful story about female friendships that is incredibly moving and has taken what started as a good series with Mornings on Main and turned it into a spectacular one.
Thank you to Harlequin Books for providing me with a copy in exchange for an honest review.
The Little Teashop on Main is an enchanting, heartwarming story set in the quaint town of Laurel Springs that takes us into the lives of Zoe, Emily, and Shannon as together they tackle all the highs and lows of life through shared moments, a few tears, lots of laughs, and an abundance of tea.
The prose is effortless and smooth. The characters are genuine, supportive, reliable, and compassionate. And the plot, written in a back and forth, past/present style captivates and enchants as it sweeps you along a tale of love, loss, family, courage, coming-of-age, community, happiness, and unconditional friendship.
With The Little Teashop on Main Thomas has written a tender, heartfelt, beautiful story about female friendships that is incredibly moving and has taken what started as a good series with Mornings on Main and turned it into a spectacular one.
Thank you to Harlequin Books for providing me with a copy in exchange for an honest review.
December 1, 2019
The plot was decent when all is said and done. However, I now feel like a teacher marking up a students’ paper:
The first few pages were an interesting opening and drew me in.
Three little girls in a small town met and stayed close friends through thick and thin growing up. Their first meeting was a tea party given by one of the little girl’s mom. And so the tea theme continues on with their meeting for teas through their lifetime, which as they are little, are actually play dates, then growing up to the ladies they become, actual tea party/catch up/get togethers.
I was irritated at the start with the description of one of the women, Emily, who had some sort of health issue. It is drilled into our heads that “Emily is sickly” or “she always looked ill” or some statement relating to her being sick, by everyone in the book, at different times, during different discussions. Geez. If only she knew how often she was the topic of conversation. It was so repetitive I was almost going to DNF. We get it already! Emily has a health issue; Ok, lets move on. Please don’t let the rest of the book continue in this manner! 😢
I laid it down to rest and hesitantly picked it up again next day. Ok, it got better and so I forged on. Promises, promises...
All in all, it was a decent storyline.
Then near the end, the writing got goofy again! What the heck? I felt like I went through some sort of gestational time travel because suddenly women who were not pregnant a couple of chapters ago are now pregnant, one with child #4/5! Wait...what?
And I don’t know if it’s something in the water, but at the end, which I guess is supposed to equate to a happy ending, a bunch of women are now pregnant.
I feel like each third of this book was written by a different person. It really does not flow smoothly. There are repetitive pieces at the start. Then it’s decent writing and the story does come together with some interest. The last third was the “time warp” section where years flashed by and then many of the women characters become pregnant. Time changes occurred ridiculously quickly.
I had to laugh at one of the characters’ reaction to the surprise pregnancy of “we always used protection except for that one time we had sex in the shower.” Well, now, that would do it, wouldn’t it? Perhaps it’s something in the water...
The first few pages were an interesting opening and drew me in.
Three little girls in a small town met and stayed close friends through thick and thin growing up. Their first meeting was a tea party given by one of the little girl’s mom. And so the tea theme continues on with their meeting for teas through their lifetime, which as they are little, are actually play dates, then growing up to the ladies they become, actual tea party/catch up/get togethers.
I was irritated at the start with the description of one of the women, Emily, who had some sort of health issue. It is drilled into our heads that “Emily is sickly” or “she always looked ill” or some statement relating to her being sick, by everyone in the book, at different times, during different discussions. Geez. If only she knew how often she was the topic of conversation. It was so repetitive I was almost going to DNF. We get it already! Emily has a health issue; Ok, lets move on. Please don’t let the rest of the book continue in this manner! 😢
I laid it down to rest and hesitantly picked it up again next day. Ok, it got better and so I forged on. Promises, promises...
All in all, it was a decent storyline.
Then near the end, the writing got goofy again! What the heck? I felt like I went through some sort of gestational time travel because suddenly women who were not pregnant a couple of chapters ago are now pregnant, one with child #4/5! Wait...what?
And I don’t know if it’s something in the water, but at the end, which I guess is supposed to equate to a happy ending, a bunch of women are now pregnant.
I feel like each third of this book was written by a different person. It really does not flow smoothly. There are repetitive pieces at the start. Then it’s decent writing and the story does come together with some interest. The last third was the “time warp” section where years flashed by and then many of the women characters become pregnant. Time changes occurred ridiculously quickly.
I had to laugh at one of the characters’ reaction to the surprise pregnancy of “we always used protection except for that one time we had sex in the shower.” Well, now, that would do it, wouldn’t it? Perhaps it’s something in the water...
September 10, 2019
Jodi Thomas has a gifted ability of weaving an amazing story not only through your heart, but through the fibers of your very soul.
The Little Teashop on Main is such a tender heartfelt book, a ritual in a journey of friendships, a passage through time, a bond forever sealed.
Three little girls so different, yet so much alike, balancing one another.
Their story was one which needed to be told, needed to be heard, and shared.
Zoe, high spirited, she lives life to the fullest with zest.
Emily, so shy, she lives in the stories that run through her mind.
Shannon, serious, goal oriented, has to have life fully planned out.
Jack, all three’s best friend, always watching, always close.
Fuller, a recluse with a dark secret, falling in love with his dreamer.
Mack and Alex, one a knight and shining armor, one their security blanket.
Jodi Thomas has written her best novel ever, so many emotions captured in this wonderful gift she has given her fans.
The Little Teashop on Main will be a treasured book shared by all generations and coveted on bookshelves for many, many years.
The Little Teashop on Main is such a tender heartfelt book, a ritual in a journey of friendships, a passage through time, a bond forever sealed.
Three little girls so different, yet so much alike, balancing one another.
Their story was one which needed to be told, needed to be heard, and shared.
Zoe, high spirited, she lives life to the fullest with zest.
Emily, so shy, she lives in the stories that run through her mind.
Shannon, serious, goal oriented, has to have life fully planned out.
Jack, all three’s best friend, always watching, always close.
Fuller, a recluse with a dark secret, falling in love with his dreamer.
Mack and Alex, one a knight and shining armor, one their security blanket.
Jodi Thomas has written her best novel ever, so many emotions captured in this wonderful gift she has given her fans.
The Little Teashop on Main will be a treasured book shared by all generations and coveted on bookshelves for many, many years.
June 13, 2022
Three and a half stars.
After a short prologue from Jack, the story starts with three young girls having a princess party and then follows the three girls, who have vowed to be forever friends, through the years. The three are Zoe, Emily and Shannon, who are as different from each other as they can be, yet the friendship survives. But there are more characters than these three to catch up with. The reader is introduced to them as so there are a number of points of view to catch up with. That can give interesting perspectives or it can be seen as distracting. A lot will depend on the reader.
I found this book took a little while to get me involved but then I did get sucked in. Some of the story is repetitive especially in regards to Emily and the way it is stressed how fragile she is. But there are other aspects that I found difficult and one or two of them were crucial aspects of the ending that didn’t sit that well with me. Again, without including spoilers, how the reader reacts to this book may well depend on how you react to these aspects.
All in all, although I quite enjoyed the story I did find these aspects pulled the rating down. But if the aspects that troubled me don’t worry you then you may well like it more. For me, after a lot of consideration, I’ll give it three and a half stars. Because in a way I did enjoy it. Others may love it and others may well react more strongly than I did, so a book that may well divide opinions.
After a short prologue from Jack, the story starts with three young girls having a princess party and then follows the three girls, who have vowed to be forever friends, through the years. The three are Zoe, Emily and Shannon, who are as different from each other as they can be, yet the friendship survives. But there are more characters than these three to catch up with. The reader is introduced to them as so there are a number of points of view to catch up with. That can give interesting perspectives or it can be seen as distracting. A lot will depend on the reader.
I found this book took a little while to get me involved but then I did get sucked in. Some of the story is repetitive especially in regards to Emily and the way it is stressed how fragile she is. But there are other aspects that I found difficult and one or two of them were crucial aspects of the ending that didn’t sit that well with me. Again, without including spoilers, how the reader reacts to this book may well depend on how you react to these aspects.
All in all, although I quite enjoyed the story I did find these aspects pulled the rating down. But if the aspects that troubled me don’t worry you then you may well like it more. For me, after a lot of consideration, I’ll give it three and a half stars. Because in a way I did enjoy it. Others may love it and others may well react more strongly than I did, so a book that may well divide opinions.
May 7, 2019
I'm not quite sure where to start with this review because there is a LOT going on in "The Little Teashop on Main." There were a lot of characters, almost all of whom served as narrators at various points in the book, and the story moves through a number of different time periods. Frankly, it was all kind of confusing and hard to keep track of at times. I wish there had been one single narrator for the whole book because it might have made the story seem less disjointed.
Also, based on the back cover description, I thought the book would focus on Zoe, Emily, and Shannon, the three little girls who became best friends through tea party play dates, but I feel like more time was actually spent on two of their parents (Zoe's mother Alex and Shannon's father Mack) and their mutual childhood friend Jack. As a result, I didn't feel like I got to know Zoe very much at all. Emily and Shannon seemed to be better developed characters, but neither was especially likeable. Emily seemed like she needed professional help, and I really wish one of her friends had tried to get her to see a counselor. Shannon could probably have used a counselor too, though for different reasons. I hated the way she treated Jack, although Jack must not have minded it because he never hesitated to come running whenever she snapped her fingers.
The plot itself was OK and certainly kept me turning the pages, mostly because I wanted to find out which of the girls was going to die. (This is not a spoiler, as it is revealed in the book's prologue that one of the girls has passed away.) Otherwise, the book is kind of predictable.
Overall, I have very mixed feelings about this book. It seems like Jodi Thomas was aiming for something of a Debbie Macomber or Emily March/Geralyn Dawson vibe, but IMO this book wasn't quite up to their standards. It was by no means a terrible book, but neither did it earn a place on my keeper shelf. I would probably give another Jodi Thomas book a try in the future, though.
*ARC provided by the publisher via Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review.
Also, based on the back cover description, I thought the book would focus on Zoe, Emily, and Shannon, the three little girls who became best friends through tea party play dates, but I feel like more time was actually spent on two of their parents (Zoe's mother Alex and Shannon's father Mack) and their mutual childhood friend Jack. As a result, I didn't feel like I got to know Zoe very much at all. Emily and Shannon seemed to be better developed characters, but neither was especially likeable. Emily seemed like she needed professional help, and I really wish one of her friends had tried to get her to see a counselor. Shannon could probably have used a counselor too, though for different reasons. I hated the way she treated Jack, although Jack must not have minded it because he never hesitated to come running whenever she snapped her fingers.
The plot itself was OK and certainly kept me turning the pages, mostly because I wanted to find out which of the girls was going to die. (This is not a spoiler, as it is revealed in the book's prologue that one of the girls has passed away.) Otherwise, the book is kind of predictable.
Overall, I have very mixed feelings about this book. It seems like Jodi Thomas was aiming for something of a Debbie Macomber or Emily March/Geralyn Dawson vibe, but IMO this book wasn't quite up to their standards. It was by no means a terrible book, but neither did it earn a place on my keeper shelf. I would probably give another Jodi Thomas book a try in the future, though.
*ARC provided by the publisher via Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review.
February 22, 2019
Jodi Thomas has woven a beautiful story of enduring friendship in THE LITTLE TEA SHOP ON MAIN. As with her other stories, she takes separate-but-related threads and creates a poignant tale that reminds readers of life.
Zoe, Shannon, and Emily meet at Zoe’s first tea party two weeks before they enter kindergarten. Through the years, they continue their friendship ritual that takes them from childhood to mature young women. They have pledged to remain best friends for life.
This vow sustains them through good times and bad. I longed for the enduring friendship they forged. I think this type of relationship is more common among those who grow up in one place, as these three did. I’m grateful for my friend, Iris, with whom I’ve remained in contact through my adult life.
Ms Thomas is an expert at creating multi-layer stories. THE LITTLE TEA SHOP ON MAIN is no exception. She does, however, take readers on a slightly different journey in this contemporary novel. I’ve been a fan of her books since her first novel in 1988. She has never disappointed me.
I highly recommend THE LITTLE TEA SHOP ON MAIN.
Zoe, Shannon, and Emily meet at Zoe’s first tea party two weeks before they enter kindergarten. Through the years, they continue their friendship ritual that takes them from childhood to mature young women. They have pledged to remain best friends for life.
This vow sustains them through good times and bad. I longed for the enduring friendship they forged. I think this type of relationship is more common among those who grow up in one place, as these three did. I’m grateful for my friend, Iris, with whom I’ve remained in contact through my adult life.
Ms Thomas is an expert at creating multi-layer stories. THE LITTLE TEA SHOP ON MAIN is no exception. She does, however, take readers on a slightly different journey in this contemporary novel. I’ve been a fan of her books since her first novel in 1988. She has never disappointed me.
I highly recommend THE LITTLE TEA SHOP ON MAIN.
May 9, 2019
The Little Teashop on Main had me in its grasp with just the title because I love tea and quaint businesses set up in little towns. As a woman who didn’t grow up with many close girlfriends, I am also drawn to stories where the characters meet as youngsters and then navigate womanhood together. I have yet to find my bosom friend or a group of girls who can magically fit into the same pair of pants as me, but books like this one make me feel like one of the girls.
This is as close to a perfect story if I’ve ever read one. If you’re a woman, you can relate to at least one of the three women. If you’re a man, you’ve probably been in love with one or all three of them. Which is why opening the story with Jack Hutchinson was such a great choice. It is reminiscent of the narrative style in another book, The Virgin Suicides, but the tone is completely different and the other narrators are the women themselves, not boys or men who were on the outside looking in.
I feel as though Thomas put every ounce of care into writing this story because even the names that she chose for her characters suit their personalities perfectly. The hippie, single mother named Alex pairs perfectly with her dancing fairy-like daughter named Zoe. The name Emily very easily brings to mind a shy girl raised by a very proper and imposing mother, whereas Shannon is the name of a headstrong girl who won’t be pushed around. I don’t know if the author intended to have two male characters with rhyming names, Jack and Mack, but both men are very similar: reliable and simple - as in lacking artifice, not intellect. The character named Fuller might not match the All-American name at first glance, but he’s the pull ‘em up by the bootstraps type. And he certainly works hard to make a life for himself and the people he loves; thus, becoming “fuller” in a sense.
I enjoyed every moment with this book. As carefully as Thomas chose the names of her characters, she was precise with each word on every page. I have a bad habit of skimming when a book gets slow or gives me information that I don’t want or need. I never did that with this one. While I could predict a few plot points or motives, I was surprised with the overall arc of the story and did not want it to end. I was truly invested in each character and loved getting to know them. I hope that Thomas might consider writing a companion book to this one.
This is as close to a perfect story if I’ve ever read one. If you’re a woman, you can relate to at least one of the three women. If you’re a man, you’ve probably been in love with one or all three of them. Which is why opening the story with Jack Hutchinson was such a great choice. It is reminiscent of the narrative style in another book, The Virgin Suicides, but the tone is completely different and the other narrators are the women themselves, not boys or men who were on the outside looking in.
I feel as though Thomas put every ounce of care into writing this story because even the names that she chose for her characters suit their personalities perfectly. The hippie, single mother named Alex pairs perfectly with her dancing fairy-like daughter named Zoe. The name Emily very easily brings to mind a shy girl raised by a very proper and imposing mother, whereas Shannon is the name of a headstrong girl who won’t be pushed around. I don’t know if the author intended to have two male characters with rhyming names, Jack and Mack, but both men are very similar: reliable and simple - as in lacking artifice, not intellect. The character named Fuller might not match the All-American name at first glance, but he’s the pull ‘em up by the bootstraps type. And he certainly works hard to make a life for himself and the people he loves; thus, becoming “fuller” in a sense.
I enjoyed every moment with this book. As carefully as Thomas chose the names of her characters, she was precise with each word on every page. I have a bad habit of skimming when a book gets slow or gives me information that I don’t want or need. I never did that with this one. While I could predict a few plot points or motives, I was surprised with the overall arc of the story and did not want it to end. I was truly invested in each character and loved getting to know them. I hope that Thomas might consider writing a companion book to this one.
April 12, 2019
Set in Laurel Springs, The Teashop on Main, is a beautifully crafted story of friendship and love. Jodi Thomas brings this little town in Texas alive, with her dusty creek beds and shadowy figures that are very much a signature of her stories.
Three young girls bond over a tea party - a bond that is going to take them right through life. There is Zoe - daughter of Alex, a single mom. Zoe is a free and beautiful spirit, who cares about others and their happiness, and searches for her own sense of "home".
Shannon has been raised by her Dad - Mack, her mother having walked out on them. He is often away working but there is no doubt of his love for Shannon and the other two girls.
Lastly Emily, somewhat lost and unhappy, with a mother who has smothered her. But... she has Zoe and Shannon who support and worry over her. And then their is Fuller who has a special reason to keep an eye on her. And lastly Jack, who loves all three girls and would do anything for all of them. But... he has a strong attraction and eventually a special love for one of them.
The story ranges over a good time period, so that we see the young people grow up, seek to find themselves and their place in the world, but always is the ongoing friendship that is so strong, that it is forever friendship. And their is that ritual of joining for tea that so important to them.
I loved this story and while tears slid down my cheeks as I finished, I closed the book, with some heartache and a whole lot of admiration for the friends and their various relationships.
Three young girls bond over a tea party - a bond that is going to take them right through life. There is Zoe - daughter of Alex, a single mom. Zoe is a free and beautiful spirit, who cares about others and their happiness, and searches for her own sense of "home".
Shannon has been raised by her Dad - Mack, her mother having walked out on them. He is often away working but there is no doubt of his love for Shannon and the other two girls.
Lastly Emily, somewhat lost and unhappy, with a mother who has smothered her. But... she has Zoe and Shannon who support and worry over her. And then their is Fuller who has a special reason to keep an eye on her. And lastly Jack, who loves all three girls and would do anything for all of them. But... he has a strong attraction and eventually a special love for one of them.
The story ranges over a good time period, so that we see the young people grow up, seek to find themselves and their place in the world, but always is the ongoing friendship that is so strong, that it is forever friendship. And their is that ritual of joining for tea that so important to them.
I loved this story and while tears slid down my cheeks as I finished, I closed the book, with some heartache and a whole lot of admiration for the friends and their various relationships.
May 13, 2019
This book has all the emotions running through it - from happiness to sorrow and everything in between. It also speaks to friendships and how important they are in our lives.
I may have thought this was going to be a light read but the book surprised me as it was so much more. I think what engaged me the most was the friendship of Zoe, Emma, and Shannon. They were fast friends from kindergarten on and celebrated milestones in their lives by having a tea party. I loved the tradition especially when they would have the tea party before leaving for college, when they came home, and for all milestones in between. I marveled at how no matter what was going on in their lives they always found time for each other which is so very important.
Beyond the friendship aspect, this book also tied in mental health, illness, family, and that love can be right around the corner if you just take a peek and let it into your life. It is also about chasing your dreams and living up to your potential. Each woman's personal story is woven beautifully within the whole story and there is even a storyline regarding Zoe's mother and Shannon's father.
This is probably one of the most heartwarming and heart-wrenching books I have read so far this year. We give it 5 paws up and highly suggest you read this book!
I may have thought this was going to be a light read but the book surprised me as it was so much more. I think what engaged me the most was the friendship of Zoe, Emma, and Shannon. They were fast friends from kindergarten on and celebrated milestones in their lives by having a tea party. I loved the tradition especially when they would have the tea party before leaving for college, when they came home, and for all milestones in between. I marveled at how no matter what was going on in their lives they always found time for each other which is so very important.
Beyond the friendship aspect, this book also tied in mental health, illness, family, and that love can be right around the corner if you just take a peek and let it into your life. It is also about chasing your dreams and living up to your potential. Each woman's personal story is woven beautifully within the whole story and there is even a storyline regarding Zoe's mother and Shannon's father.
This is probably one of the most heartwarming and heart-wrenching books I have read so far this year. We give it 5 paws up and highly suggest you read this book!
September 28, 2019
Spend your precious reading time with another author. “She felt like she was made of memory foam, because she melted perfectly to him. His warmth relaxed her tired muscles and his gentle touch calmed her all the way to her soul.”
No thank you -
No thank you -
June 9, 2023
Why would a woman fall in love with a guy who has been pretty much stalking her and who tells her she will never have to worry about his ex-girlfriends because he kills them and buries them in the car yard? Such a weird storyline. Also, the title and cover art don’t relate to the majority of the story.
May 21, 2019
The Little Teashop on Main is a bittersweet story of friendship, love, discovering who you are, and supporting people in your life as they walk through pain. Zoe, Emily, and Shannon are very different from each other, but became best friends at five years old when they had their very first tea party. In this book, we grow up with the three of them, through adolescence, the college years, love, parenthood, and loss. It's a wonderful story of friendship with excellent side characters that demonstrate the highs and lows of life and learning to appreciate the things that really matter. Do be aware that this book involves attempted suicide and thoughts of self-harm. Overall, I really enjoyed it and it may very well make you cry. I received a review copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.
May 9, 2019
Thank you @harlequinpublicityteam for sending this beautiful copy of The Little Teashop on Main by Jodi Thomas!
Spanning over 30 years, this is the story of three friends Zoe, Emily and Shannon, their families, loves and losses. It was a charming read of life in a small town and the endurance of friendships made as children. I loved several of the characters and the dynamics of their relationships, but I wish the book was longer to give each character the appropriate time for development. The book wasn't long, so by covering several decades much was glossed over that could have been an amazing story.
Spanning over 30 years, this is the story of three friends Zoe, Emily and Shannon, their families, loves and losses. It was a charming read of life in a small town and the endurance of friendships made as children. I loved several of the characters and the dynamics of their relationships, but I wish the book was longer to give each character the appropriate time for development. The book wasn't long, so by covering several decades much was glossed over that could have been an amazing story.
April 3, 2019
I love Jodi Thomas' books. Her characters are solid and reliable, yet earthy and whimsical. The story ends as it begins: three little girls forging bonds over a tea party. It's the narrative in between that will leave your heart aching. The ending is touchingly sad, almost to the point of crying. My favorite characters were Mack, Fuller, and Alex. Thomas creates these towns that I want to live in. Thanks to Edelweiss for the early read.
May 23, 2019
Such a sweet read! I love coming of age stories and the cover of this book definitely caught my eye. The friendships between these girls are definite relationship goals! I love the powerful way the author writes women. I just felt that this book had too much going on, however I also thought that the stories told were very enduring. I look forward to reading more by her. Thank you Harlequin Publishing for a free copy.
May 7, 2019
Friends, family, and careers, loving, living, losing and becoming the true version of yourself - the book is a journey of three women's lives, and their loved ones, over the years following the paths they have to take to find their places and true purposes in life.
There were so much life and subsistence in the tale that I found myself taking it in with just a few chapters at the time, to enjoy and digest the story to its fullest. Not every book is meant to be inhaled at one sitting, and I adored to observe the lives of the characters a little bit at the time.
There is a bushel of characters that tells their point of view to the life events of the protagonist as well as to their families, to the supportive cast and crew for the girls' lives. The time goes on for several decades as the readers get to witness the little princesses age and see how their lives take new shapes, in new places.
There are several themes in the book, from depression and its consequences when untreated, to the challenges of single parenting, to searching for your purpose and career, to family drama, alcoholism, from abandonment issues to overbearing mothers, everything you can imagine people struggle with through their lives. But there are also moments of healing, of falling in love and learning to trust, and daring to take the leap for living fully - with many characters in the story, each of them with their own different kinds of burdens in life, you witness the characters grow and learn, mature, and develop, as they deal with their hindrances in life. There are many life lessons to be sifted out, many wisdom's of life taken to heart, prejudgements unlearned, and acceptance embraced while reading the tale.
Throughout the book, there is one message that comes clear repeatedly: you can always start anew, there is nothing you cannot overcome if you so wish, you can always come home, and your family - or the friends that become your family - will always be there for you. Love will always win.
A lovely, heartening, and wholesome tale of small-town Texas and a group of its inhabitants throughout the years, while it entertained, it also inspired, encouraged, and uplifted.
A tale that leaves an imprint to your heart
~ Five Spoons
There were so much life and subsistence in the tale that I found myself taking it in with just a few chapters at the time, to enjoy and digest the story to its fullest. Not every book is meant to be inhaled at one sitting, and I adored to observe the lives of the characters a little bit at the time.
There is a bushel of characters that tells their point of view to the life events of the protagonist as well as to their families, to the supportive cast and crew for the girls' lives. The time goes on for several decades as the readers get to witness the little princesses age and see how their lives take new shapes, in new places.
There are several themes in the book, from depression and its consequences when untreated, to the challenges of single parenting, to searching for your purpose and career, to family drama, alcoholism, from abandonment issues to overbearing mothers, everything you can imagine people struggle with through their lives. But there are also moments of healing, of falling in love and learning to trust, and daring to take the leap for living fully - with many characters in the story, each of them with their own different kinds of burdens in life, you witness the characters grow and learn, mature, and develop, as they deal with their hindrances in life. There are many life lessons to be sifted out, many wisdom's of life taken to heart, prejudgements unlearned, and acceptance embraced while reading the tale.
Throughout the book, there is one message that comes clear repeatedly: you can always start anew, there is nothing you cannot overcome if you so wish, you can always come home, and your family - or the friends that become your family - will always be there for you. Love will always win.
A lovely, heartening, and wholesome tale of small-town Texas and a group of its inhabitants throughout the years, while it entertained, it also inspired, encouraged, and uplifted.
A tale that leaves an imprint to your heart
~ Five Spoons
July 20, 2021
Absorbing, touching, emotional and heartfelt. Definitely one of my favorites that I have read this year and one that will be a "keeper shelf" book and re-read again. Loved, loved, loved it!
June 26, 2019
Three young friends started out life having tea parties together. They have kept the tradition alive all through their lives. Many life changes and challenges have come their way. They have always been there for each other. Then the biggest challenge of all hits them hard.
Zoe, Emily, and Shannon are three best friends. They have been friends since kindergarten. They each have different family lives and different issues and I loved all three of these young ladies. Each lady has a unique personality but somehow these three are a perfect mix. Zoe moves to NYC to try and become a broadway star. Shannon is following in her dads footsteps and goes into the military. And my favorite character of all is Emily. She wants to be a writer. My heart goes out to this shy, introverted young woman.
This book takes you on a roller coaster ride of emotions. It is a lightening fast read full of fantastic characters, true emotion and unique situations. I read this in one sitting. It just hits you with all the feels and you don't want to end. Don't miss this one. I received this novel from Harlequin for a honest review.
Zoe, Emily, and Shannon are three best friends. They have been friends since kindergarten. They each have different family lives and different issues and I loved all three of these young ladies. Each lady has a unique personality but somehow these three are a perfect mix. Zoe moves to NYC to try and become a broadway star. Shannon is following in her dads footsteps and goes into the military. And my favorite character of all is Emily. She wants to be a writer. My heart goes out to this shy, introverted young woman.
This book takes you on a roller coaster ride of emotions. It is a lightening fast read full of fantastic characters, true emotion and unique situations. I read this in one sitting. It just hits you with all the feels and you don't want to end. Don't miss this one. I received this novel from Harlequin for a honest review.
July 31, 2022
A heartwarming story that will melt your heart.
May 6, 2019
(This review will be on my blog All the Ups and Downs soon.)
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I'd been wanting to read The Little Teashop on Main by Jodi Thomas for awhile. When the opportunity presented itself, I jumped at the chance. I must say this book really packs a punch when it comes to emotions!
The plot for The Little Teashop on Main was done brilliantly! Jodi Thomas has written a beautiful story that really sucks you in and makes you feel every single written word. Zoe, Shannon, and Emily meet for a tea party whenever they can starting from when they were little. As the story progresses, the reader gets to watch each of the girls grow into strong women. The reader gets to grow up with all of the girls through all of the ups and downs of life. Each chapter in the book is focused on a certain character so the reader gets to gain that character's perspective on things. While there are similar story lines to The Little Teashop on Main, Jodi Thomas does such an excellent job of making this one feel unique. I felt like I was instantly transported to the small town of Laurel Springs whenever I was reading The Little Teashop on Main. While there weren't any major plot twists, I felt as if this was the type of book that doesn't need to rely on plot twists to keep it interesting. The emotional pull is all it needs. I loved how there were no cliffhangers and all of my questions were answered by the end of the book.
The characters in The Little Teashop on Main were so well written and such a delight to read about! I loved every one of them. Usually I have a favorite, but I would hate to be forced to choose just one favorite. I loved Zoe's zest for life. Her larger than life presence was such a joy to read about. I would have loved to have a friendship like Zoe's and Jack's. Shannon had such a great work ethic that was admirable. Just how focused she was was an inspiration. I kept on wanting things between her and Jack to work out. I don't think I've ever wanted to a couple to be together more than Jack and Shannon. Shannon was such a planner and so focused. Sometimes I wanted to just grab her by the shoulders until she realized how great she'd be with Jack! I just wanted to hug Emily. She had struggled with depression for so long. I could relate to her the most. Emily was such a sweet girl that blossomed into a sweet woman. I was always cheering Emily on when I would read about her. I loved how much Jack cared about all three girls and how much he loved them all. He was such a loyal friend. I'm glad I got to read and get to know Fuller. What a sweet boy/man he turned out to be! Alex and Mack were also great characters and great parents. The love for their daughters was so obvious. The way the townspeople of Laurel Springs came together was so heartwarming to read about.
I will admit that the first 45 percent or so of The Little Teashop on Main was a little slow. I did wonder if I had made a mistake with this book. However, I'm glad I persevered. The pacing quickly picked up after that, and I could not put this novel down. I hungered for more, yet I would become sad because I realized that this story would be over soon. When I did finish The Little Teashop on Main, I was disappointed only because I wished it didn't have to end!
Trigger warnings for The Little Teashop on Main include depression, suicide attempts, cancer, a car accident (wounds aren't described too graphically), and sex (although not graphic).
All in all, The Little Teashop on Main is such a heartwarming read. This book makes you feel as if you are one of the characters. It is written so beautifully, and I can't gush enough about how great it is! I would definitely recommend The Little Teashop on Main by Jodi Thomas to those aged 16+. This book gets a 4.5 out of 5 stars from me.
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(Thanks to HQN for providing me with a paperback of The Little Teashop on Main by Jodi Thomas in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.)
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I'd been wanting to read The Little Teashop on Main by Jodi Thomas for awhile. When the opportunity presented itself, I jumped at the chance. I must say this book really packs a punch when it comes to emotions!
The plot for The Little Teashop on Main was done brilliantly! Jodi Thomas has written a beautiful story that really sucks you in and makes you feel every single written word. Zoe, Shannon, and Emily meet for a tea party whenever they can starting from when they were little. As the story progresses, the reader gets to watch each of the girls grow into strong women. The reader gets to grow up with all of the girls through all of the ups and downs of life. Each chapter in the book is focused on a certain character so the reader gets to gain that character's perspective on things. While there are similar story lines to The Little Teashop on Main, Jodi Thomas does such an excellent job of making this one feel unique. I felt like I was instantly transported to the small town of Laurel Springs whenever I was reading The Little Teashop on Main. While there weren't any major plot twists, I felt as if this was the type of book that doesn't need to rely on plot twists to keep it interesting. The emotional pull is all it needs. I loved how there were no cliffhangers and all of my questions were answered by the end of the book.
The characters in The Little Teashop on Main were so well written and such a delight to read about! I loved every one of them. Usually I have a favorite, but I would hate to be forced to choose just one favorite. I loved Zoe's zest for life. Her larger than life presence was such a joy to read about. I would have loved to have a friendship like Zoe's and Jack's. Shannon had such a great work ethic that was admirable. Just how focused she was was an inspiration. I kept on wanting things between her and Jack to work out. I don't think I've ever wanted to a couple to be together more than Jack and Shannon. Shannon was such a planner and so focused. Sometimes I wanted to just grab her by the shoulders until she realized how great she'd be with Jack! I just wanted to hug Emily. She had struggled with depression for so long. I could relate to her the most. Emily was such a sweet girl that blossomed into a sweet woman. I was always cheering Emily on when I would read about her. I loved how much Jack cared about all three girls and how much he loved them all. He was such a loyal friend. I'm glad I got to read and get to know Fuller. What a sweet boy/man he turned out to be! Alex and Mack were also great characters and great parents. The love for their daughters was so obvious. The way the townspeople of Laurel Springs came together was so heartwarming to read about.
I will admit that the first 45 percent or so of The Little Teashop on Main was a little slow. I did wonder if I had made a mistake with this book. However, I'm glad I persevered. The pacing quickly picked up after that, and I could not put this novel down. I hungered for more, yet I would become sad because I realized that this story would be over soon. When I did finish The Little Teashop on Main, I was disappointed only because I wished it didn't have to end!
Trigger warnings for The Little Teashop on Main include depression, suicide attempts, cancer, a car accident (wounds aren't described too graphically), and sex (although not graphic).
All in all, The Little Teashop on Main is such a heartwarming read. This book makes you feel as if you are one of the characters. It is written so beautifully, and I can't gush enough about how great it is! I would definitely recommend The Little Teashop on Main by Jodi Thomas to those aged 16+. This book gets a 4.5 out of 5 stars from me.
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(Thanks to HQN for providing me with a paperback of The Little Teashop on Main by Jodi Thomas in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.)
May 18, 2019
“Funny how you don’t think the little things are important until they disappear.”
The Little Teashop on Main proves that it is the ordinary events, the special relationships, and every single heartbeat that make life worth living. The emotions flow freely and abundantly throughout this sweet story, reminding us that the time to live, dream, and love is right now.
The overall plot is actually about everyday moments and about people navigating the pitfalls of childhood, adolescence, adulthood, friendships, and family dynamics. This story is about reaching for the stars without a safety net and recognizing true love sooner rather than later.
Instead of being fast paced and full of non-stop action, The Little Teashop on Main is a character-driven fiction about three girls, Zoe, Shannon, and Emily, developing a lifelong friendship at a simple tea party for princesses when they are only five years old. What happens after this first tea party is the natural progression of life as these girls grow into adulthood and face challenges that test their hopes and dreams but never their friendship. The bond they formed on that special day long ago is unbreakable, no matter what, with many more tea parties punctuating the important moments over the years.
All the other characters crisscross in their relationships with Zoe, Shannon, and Emily. Jack is the funny one and the best friend to all three girls. Mack (Shannon’s father) and Alexendra (Zoe’s mother) form a lifelong friendship at that first tea party as well, sharing in the struggle of parenting solo. But it is Fuller Wilder who might be the most interesting of all the characters. In the beginning, Fuller has the shadowy, shy, and caring qualities of Boo Radley from Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird. He silently and invisibly watches over fragile Emily until she can open her heart, shed her clipped wings, and soar toward the happiness that has been there all along. Jack and Shannon are friends but have a tumultuous relationship that mocks them with both animosity and attraction throughout the years. Zoe independently grabs her dream with both hands in New York City, living life in double time, faster and faster and faster.
Family and friends are at the heart of The Little Teashop on Main. They both wound and heal with each passing chapter, but they are always there, they always love, and they always listen, even when it is hard or when it hurts or when their own lives are falling apart.
Jodi Thomas’s The Little Teashop on Main and Mornings on Main (2018) both take place in Laurel Springs, Texas, and have a minor overlap; however, both books can stand alone. Jodi Thomas’s writing style is quite lyrical and hauntingly beautiful. The Little Teashop on Main flows smoothly across the years, gently pushing the reader toward an ending that is both heart wrenching and lovely because the bond of friendship will always remain strong, and the tea parties will always continue, no matter what.
The Little Teashop on Main proves that it is the ordinary events, the special relationships, and every single heartbeat that make life worth living. The emotions flow freely and abundantly throughout this sweet story, reminding us that the time to live, dream, and love is right now.
The overall plot is actually about everyday moments and about people navigating the pitfalls of childhood, adolescence, adulthood, friendships, and family dynamics. This story is about reaching for the stars without a safety net and recognizing true love sooner rather than later.
Instead of being fast paced and full of non-stop action, The Little Teashop on Main is a character-driven fiction about three girls, Zoe, Shannon, and Emily, developing a lifelong friendship at a simple tea party for princesses when they are only five years old. What happens after this first tea party is the natural progression of life as these girls grow into adulthood and face challenges that test their hopes and dreams but never their friendship. The bond they formed on that special day long ago is unbreakable, no matter what, with many more tea parties punctuating the important moments over the years.
All the other characters crisscross in their relationships with Zoe, Shannon, and Emily. Jack is the funny one and the best friend to all three girls. Mack (Shannon’s father) and Alexendra (Zoe’s mother) form a lifelong friendship at that first tea party as well, sharing in the struggle of parenting solo. But it is Fuller Wilder who might be the most interesting of all the characters. In the beginning, Fuller has the shadowy, shy, and caring qualities of Boo Radley from Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird. He silently and invisibly watches over fragile Emily until she can open her heart, shed her clipped wings, and soar toward the happiness that has been there all along. Jack and Shannon are friends but have a tumultuous relationship that mocks them with both animosity and attraction throughout the years. Zoe independently grabs her dream with both hands in New York City, living life in double time, faster and faster and faster.
Family and friends are at the heart of The Little Teashop on Main. They both wound and heal with each passing chapter, but they are always there, they always love, and they always listen, even when it is hard or when it hurts or when their own lives are falling apart.
Jodi Thomas’s The Little Teashop on Main and Mornings on Main (2018) both take place in Laurel Springs, Texas, and have a minor overlap; however, both books can stand alone. Jodi Thomas’s writing style is quite lyrical and hauntingly beautiful. The Little Teashop on Main flows smoothly across the years, gently pushing the reader toward an ending that is both heart wrenching and lovely because the bond of friendship will always remain strong, and the tea parties will always continue, no matter what.
May 8, 2019
A rainy-day ritual—a tea party between three little girls—becomes the framework of not only their friendship, but their lives.
A heart felt story about 3 friends and the bonds they forged over their first tea party as children. They have vowed to always remain friends and be there for each other.
Zoe, Shannon and Emily are different people. With different paths and different challenges. But what remains the same as we watch them grow up and face difficult times, but together.
One of my favorite authors, Thomas is so good at weaving a story with layers and characters you would love to know. This is one of those stories that leave you with tears and laughter, joy and heartache.
What a joy it was to read this!
NetGalley/May 7th 2019 by HQN
A heart felt story about 3 friends and the bonds they forged over their first tea party as children. They have vowed to always remain friends and be there for each other.
Zoe, Shannon and Emily are different people. With different paths and different challenges. But what remains the same as we watch them grow up and face difficult times, but together.
One of my favorite authors, Thomas is so good at weaving a story with layers and characters you would love to know. This is one of those stories that leave you with tears and laughter, joy and heartache.
What a joy it was to read this!
NetGalley/May 7th 2019 by HQN
February 19, 2021
The Little Teashop on Main was an okay listen for me, good, but not great. I wanted to love this one, the synopsis sounded like it had everything I would like in a story, but maybe there was too much. Zoe, Emily and Shannon were three friends who met when they were very young and were lifelong friends. I wanted the story to be about them. There was also Zoe's mother Alex and Shannon's father Mack, who played a large part in this story and Jack, a boy the girls also knew for many years. All of these characters were narrators of this story at one time or another. There was a lot of angst, which might be what I didn't like so much. I did finish it, although at times I almost turned it off, but I wanted to find out which character dies, as was shared in the prologue. I didn't really connect with any of the characters, but I didn't dislike them. Perhaps I just wasn't in the right mood for this one.
June 15, 2020
This book was recommended to me by my grandmother and isn't normally one I'd chose for myself, but decided to give it a go. This wasn't a bad little story. The plot was unique and though I generally don't care for stories with many main characters, this had seven and still worked well and was easy to follow. The writing itself was lackluster in that Thomas refused to let the reader figure out anything on their own. For example, if Thomas wanted to give you a back story for two characters, she would include a lengthy, clunky-sounding, unrealistic dialogue between the two characters where they describe to each other how they met. This felt almost insulting to the reader's intelligence that we had to be handed this type of information. Otherwise, I enjoyed reading the story and would recommend it to casual or beginner adult readers.
January 28, 2019
I loved this story, but why am I surprised, I always love Jodi Thomas' books. It was such an endearing story about three little girls, a tea party, and Forever friends...As the girls grow into women, we can follow their dreams, careers, a few broken hearts, but the one constant that remains is each other and their tea parties. It was a 5 stars read for me. Did I say I loved this story. Thanks, Jodi Thomas, for such an enjoyable two days of reading..
Thanks to the publishers who gifted me this book. I did not receive any type of compensation for reading and reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers and authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review.
Thanks to the publishers who gifted me this book. I did not receive any type of compensation for reading and reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers and authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review.
May 26, 2019
It was interesting how the families were intermingled throughout the years. Zoe, Shannon, and Emily has a friendship that withstood the tests of time. I really enjoyed this visit back to Main Street
May 2, 2019
It's most definitely a character driven novel, so there's truly no way to discuss it other than through its characters. We've Emily...slight, shy, and troubled, but when given the chance to truly bloom with the rays of love on her side, she comes into her own magnificently. Then there's Zoe...a live by the seat of her pants dancing through life sort of gal who had her heart set on stardom. She could have done anything she set her mind to, I've no doubt...but sometimes we're called for something, follow something even we don't understand, and I think that's why I loved her character. Last of our trio would be Shannon...strong willed, straight forward, no time for dalliances that don't fit into the organized schedule of life as she saw it, Shannon. Don't get me wrong, her ways were severely influenced by her father (a man of the military through and through, but with a heart of gold, and a fierce love for his daughter, her friends, and his chosen family), but at some point, we can't extend the finger of blame to past guidance; we have to take ownership for the decisions we make, the life we choose, the hearts we however unintentionally break.
Yes, it's a cast of leading ladies that we get to follow from princess dresses through graduation/wedding gowns...but they aren't the only ones that make the story. There's Mack (Shannon's father) that we previously mentioned...Alex (Zoe's mom) with a penchant for baking, but a past that would bring you to tears...Fuller who's connection to one of the ladies was unusual to say the least, but his devotion to her, astounding...and Jack, who we honestly can't say enough about. What can I say? He loved them all in their/his own way, and his eventual ever-after was most deserved.
All in all, a rather moving novel reminding us of the importance of friendship, forgiveness, and knowing when to let go. Recommended for Women's Fiction and Contemporary Fiction fans.
*ARC received for review; opinions are my own
Yes, it's a cast of leading ladies that we get to follow from princess dresses through graduation/wedding gowns...but they aren't the only ones that make the story. There's Mack (Shannon's father) that we previously mentioned...Alex (Zoe's mom) with a penchant for baking, but a past that would bring you to tears...Fuller who's connection to one of the ladies was unusual to say the least, but his devotion to her, astounding...and Jack, who we honestly can't say enough about. What can I say? He loved them all in their/his own way, and his eventual ever-after was most deserved.
All in all, a rather moving novel reminding us of the importance of friendship, forgiveness, and knowing when to let go. Recommended for Women's Fiction and Contemporary Fiction fans.
*ARC received for review; opinions are my own
May 6, 2019
4.5 stars.
The Little Teashop on Main by Jodi Thomas is a heartwarming novel which spans thirty years of a childhood friendship between three women.
Zoe O'Flaherty, Emily Waters, and Shannon Morell meet for the first time at a tea party when they are five years old. Despite their differences, they remain close friends throughout their lives. Raised by her single mom, Alex, Zoe is energetic and craves the spotlight. Emily is quiet, unassuming and unbeknownst to her friends and family, suffering from depression. Shannon lives with her Air Force dad Mack and she is off to the Air Force Academy after high school. Jack Hutchinson is friends with each of the women and he is also going to the Air Force Academy. He is close with Emily and Zoe, but his relationship with Shannon is fraught with tension as he hopes she will one day see him as more than a friend. Although their lives take them in different directions, their small hometown of Laurel Springs anchors them and brings them together throughout their lives.
After high school graduation, Zoe moves to New York to pursue her dream of becoming a Broadway star. She is self-confident, free-spirited and enthusiastic living in New York and acting in plays. She is not ready to settle down and she never stays with one man for long. But her loyalty to her friends is unshakable and Zoe will drop everything when she is needed.
Emily leaves for college after high school, but she quickly drops out and returns home. Suffering from headaches from a car accident, she is not eating or sleeping. The youngest child in the family, Emily's overbearing mother is relentless as she tries to bend her daughter to her will. After a short hospital stay, Emily's friends rally around her and help her strike out on her own. But it is her close friendship with Fuller Wilder that lifts her up and sustains her. But will a secret he is keeping destroy their budding romance?
Shannon is a planner and she has her life mapped out. She and Jack are both at the Air Force Academy and she is both attracted to and irritated by him. These mixed signals act as a potent shield and Jack soon grows frustrated with her. Is there any chance he and Shannon will find a way to bridge the gap that keeps them apart?
Unfolding from multiple perspectives, The Little Teashop on Main is a truly captivating novel about family, friendship and love. Each of the characters are vibrantly developed and extremely likable. Although mostly a light read, Jodi Thomas deftly touches on sensitive topics with ease. I highly recommend this warmly inviting and endearing novel to readers of the genre.
The Little Teashop on Main by Jodi Thomas is a heartwarming novel which spans thirty years of a childhood friendship between three women.
Zoe O'Flaherty, Emily Waters, and Shannon Morell meet for the first time at a tea party when they are five years old. Despite their differences, they remain close friends throughout their lives. Raised by her single mom, Alex, Zoe is energetic and craves the spotlight. Emily is quiet, unassuming and unbeknownst to her friends and family, suffering from depression. Shannon lives with her Air Force dad Mack and she is off to the Air Force Academy after high school. Jack Hutchinson is friends with each of the women and he is also going to the Air Force Academy. He is close with Emily and Zoe, but his relationship with Shannon is fraught with tension as he hopes she will one day see him as more than a friend. Although their lives take them in different directions, their small hometown of Laurel Springs anchors them and brings them together throughout their lives.
After high school graduation, Zoe moves to New York to pursue her dream of becoming a Broadway star. She is self-confident, free-spirited and enthusiastic living in New York and acting in plays. She is not ready to settle down and she never stays with one man for long. But her loyalty to her friends is unshakable and Zoe will drop everything when she is needed.
Emily leaves for college after high school, but she quickly drops out and returns home. Suffering from headaches from a car accident, she is not eating or sleeping. The youngest child in the family, Emily's overbearing mother is relentless as she tries to bend her daughter to her will. After a short hospital stay, Emily's friends rally around her and help her strike out on her own. But it is her close friendship with Fuller Wilder that lifts her up and sustains her. But will a secret he is keeping destroy their budding romance?
Shannon is a planner and she has her life mapped out. She and Jack are both at the Air Force Academy and she is both attracted to and irritated by him. These mixed signals act as a potent shield and Jack soon grows frustrated with her. Is there any chance he and Shannon will find a way to bridge the gap that keeps them apart?
Unfolding from multiple perspectives, The Little Teashop on Main is a truly captivating novel about family, friendship and love. Each of the characters are vibrantly developed and extremely likable. Although mostly a light read, Jodi Thomas deftly touches on sensitive topics with ease. I highly recommend this warmly inviting and endearing novel to readers of the genre.
May 7, 2019
The Little Teashop on Main by Jodie Thomas
Five year old Zoe, Emily and Shannon begin this book with a tea party and tea parties remain integral to this book throughout coming full circle at the end of the book. The three girls become friends for life. They get together periodically and support one another throughout the book. Zoe is the vivacious woman with a dream that takes her to New York. Shannon has her eye on the Air Force and heads to college to pursue that dream. Emily seems a bit lost at times but when she finds herself and her purpose in live she embraces it wholeheartedly. There is friendship, romance, growth, love, laughter, caring, happiness, family and more in this book filled with characters I felt I came to know well enough to call my friends. I wanted to smack a few of them a couple of times but was thoroughly satisfied at the end of this story.
Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin Books for the ARC – This is my honest review.
5 Stars
Five year old Zoe, Emily and Shannon begin this book with a tea party and tea parties remain integral to this book throughout coming full circle at the end of the book. The three girls become friends for life. They get together periodically and support one another throughout the book. Zoe is the vivacious woman with a dream that takes her to New York. Shannon has her eye on the Air Force and heads to college to pursue that dream. Emily seems a bit lost at times but when she finds herself and her purpose in live she embraces it wholeheartedly. There is friendship, romance, growth, love, laughter, caring, happiness, family and more in this book filled with characters I felt I came to know well enough to call my friends. I wanted to smack a few of them a couple of times but was thoroughly satisfied at the end of this story.
Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin Books for the ARC – This is my honest review.
5 Stars
September 5, 2020
4.5
I want more. I want to hop in and live in this book. I love all the characters, they seem so real. I didn't want the book to end, I want to keep reading to see what else happens to everyone.
The only thing that bothered me is the gaps in the book, there are four parts in this book spanning over several years and sometimes when a part ended it felt like there was more to happen or question unanswered. Suddenly it would be a few years later and you only got a summary of what happened before moving on. I think I'm just used to books that end one part completely before skipping years instead of leaving you hanging. But, I'll contradict myself because after finishing the book I thought this was actually a brilliant move to keep you reading - to find out what happens next.
Other then that I liked the writing, you get to see things through everyone's perspective. So emotional, the foreward, first and last chapters had me in tears. A heartwarming story.
I want more. I want to hop in and live in this book. I love all the characters, they seem so real. I didn't want the book to end, I want to keep reading to see what else happens to everyone.
The only thing that bothered me is the gaps in the book, there are four parts in this book spanning over several years and sometimes when a part ended it felt like there was more to happen or question unanswered. Suddenly it would be a few years later and you only got a summary of what happened before moving on. I think I'm just used to books that end one part completely before skipping years instead of leaving you hanging. But, I'll contradict myself because after finishing the book I thought this was actually a brilliant move to keep you reading - to find out what happens next.
Other then that I liked the writing, you get to see things through everyone's perspective. So emotional, the foreward, first and last chapters had me in tears. A heartwarming story.
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