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Arborview
When the recipe for a new life is bittersweet…
Ellen Cahill’s financial future rides on the success of her new pastry shop. A bruising divorce has drained her bank account, along with her spirit. A man enters her life promising love, but Ellen, haunted by the past, questions whether she can pull off this new beginning.
College student Rosa Escamilla has her own culinary dreams—and a difficult mother who’s dead set against them. Rosa won’t be deterred. She scrapes up the money to enroll at a prestigious culinary school, setting out to prove everyone wrong.
When hidden betrayals by the people they love most surface for both Ellen and Rosa, can they overcome the blows they never saw coming on the road to where they want to go?
Ellen Cahill’s financial future rides on the success of her new pastry shop. A bruising divorce has drained her bank account, along with her spirit. A man enters her life promising love, but Ellen, haunted by the past, questions whether she can pull off this new beginning.
College student Rosa Escamilla has her own culinary dreams—and a difficult mother who’s dead set against them. Rosa won’t be deterred. She scrapes up the money to enroll at a prestigious culinary school, setting out to prove everyone wrong.
When hidden betrayals by the people they love most surface for both Ellen and Rosa, can they overcome the blows they never saw coming on the road to where they want to go?
- GenresWomens Fiction
304 pages, Paperback
Published September 29, 2021
About the author
Karen Guzman
7 books72 followersKaren Guzman’s new novel, Arborview, is now available through all major outlets. Her debut novel, Homing Instincts, was published by Fiction Attic Press in 2014. Karen’s short fiction has appeared in a number of literary magazines, and her story collection, Pilgrims, was a finalist for the St. Lawrence Book Award. She is a contributor to the Collegeville Institute’s Bearings Online magazine. Karen has worked as a journalist at the Hartford Courant in Hartford, Conn., and at the News & Observer in Raleigh, N.C. She is presently a writer at the Yale School of Management. She co-founded the blog WriteDespite.org
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November 1, 2021
Blindsided by betrayal, can Ellen and Rose forge new paths to a brighter future? A bitter divorce has left Ellen Cahill second-guessing everything, including her new pastry shop. It needs to be a success, or she won’t survive. She finds solace in her kids’ old treehouse they used to call Arborview. Sitting high off the ground, Ellen’s free to dream and contemplate life. When a love interest enters the picture, she’s not sure she can trust herself, let alone him. Meanwhile, Rosa has big culinary dreams. She gets no support from her mother, yet she’s determined to try. She enrolls in an exclusive culinary school after saving money. Two women going after their dreams, to make a fresh start, are shocked when those who claim they love them betray them instead. Will Ellen and Rosa give up or will they gird their loins and prove strength lies within?
Arborview is a stunning women’s fiction from start to finish. From the beginning, the writing style captivated me with its lush descriptive narration, emotional story, and intriguing characters. Two women, both at different stages of life, confront difficulties and learn the value of inner strength. I connected with both Ellen and Rosa. What they went through caused a full array of emotions to well up inside me. Karen Guzman writes for women, about women, with such empathy and grace, you can’t help but get swept up into the story. The plot moves at a nice easy pace. The character growth throughout Arborview is impressive. Readers will find themselves asking the same questions as Ellen and Rosa about love, life, and dreams. A brilliantly written story, Arborview needs to be read by all women everywhere. I look forward to more from Karen Guzman. Highly recommend!
Disclaimer: I received a copy from the author in the hopes I'd review it. My thoughts are all my own.
My Rating: 5 stars
Reviewed by: Mrs. N
This review first appeared: https://www.nnlightsbookheaven.com/po...
Arborview is a stunning women’s fiction from start to finish. From the beginning, the writing style captivated me with its lush descriptive narration, emotional story, and intriguing characters. Two women, both at different stages of life, confront difficulties and learn the value of inner strength. I connected with both Ellen and Rosa. What they went through caused a full array of emotions to well up inside me. Karen Guzman writes for women, about women, with such empathy and grace, you can’t help but get swept up into the story. The plot moves at a nice easy pace. The character growth throughout Arborview is impressive. Readers will find themselves asking the same questions as Ellen and Rosa about love, life, and dreams. A brilliantly written story, Arborview needs to be read by all women everywhere. I look forward to more from Karen Guzman. Highly recommend!
Disclaimer: I received a copy from the author in the hopes I'd review it. My thoughts are all my own.
My Rating: 5 stars
Reviewed by: Mrs. N
This review first appeared: https://www.nnlightsbookheaven.com/po...
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October 17, 2021Review—ARBORVIEW
CHICK LIT FINELY RENDERED
First of all, I need to share that this is not my normal reading fare. I tend to lean toward the mystery and thriller genres, though I also enjoy historical fiction and non-fiction as well as science fiction and the occasional fantasy and horror. I’m a fairly eclectic reader, but have ventured little into the realm of women’s fiction, aka chick lit. So ARBORVIEW was new territory for me. That said, I’m glad I found this book.
The novel draws the reader into the lives of two struggling women, Ellen Cahill, devastated by her recent divorce and additional crises, and Rosa Escamilla, recent high school graduate working a low wage job in a hospice, but dreaming of becoming a great chef. Their lives intersect when Ellen, a former teacher who stayed home to raise her children, takes a job teaching a pastry class in the community college. I found the characters Guzman created, especially Rosa and Ellen, credible, intriguing and sympathetic and finely rendered as only a talented writer can do. As I read on and both encountered one struggle after the other, I found myself rooting for them, hoping they would make the right decisions. The narrative is told in compelling fashion by these two characters, drawing the reader into the reality of their lives, warts and all.
Ellen struggles to deal with the betrayal of her ex and finds solace in, of all places, a treehouse her husband had built for the kids years earlier, a place the children had called Arborview. Drawn to the treehouse to investigate an oddity, Ellen finds a surprising peace and escape from the real world up in the trees.
Rosa is trying to battle the stereotypes and beliefs of her mom, whom life has dealt a pretty raw deal, and working at the hospice to save money for culinary school. I found the scenes of Rosa’s interaction with patients at the hospice particularly compelling, giving readers an unflinching view of the place where individuals go to die.
The stories of the two women and how they overcome the obstacles life has thrown at them are interesting, but not what sets this book apart. I surmise there are hundreds, of not thousands, of chick lit novels portraying compelling stories of women coming to terms with life and coming out on top. What makes this novel stand out is the writing.
I admire and enjoy good writing, regardless of genre, and ARBORVIEW has this in spades. Every few pages I found myself stopping and admiring a particular passage or sentence or line, often causing me to stop and highlight a passage to enjoy later. In particular, her ability to paint vivid scenes with her words and use these descriptions to create a mood impressed me. Here is but one example.
Outside, a moonlit night, the sky above unfathomably dark. She stepped onto the soft welcome of the grass. The darkness beckoned, cloaked and soothing. Drawing near the woods, she could see the individual trees, standing resolute at the edge of the lawn, and beyond them, the huddled clusters of trunks and branches leading into the forest.
After pondering one of these well-wrought passages, as an author, I found myself paying it and Guzman the highest compliment—I wish I’d written that.
Readers in search of a good story of women dealing with the worst the world throws at them will find all that in ARBORVIEW. But they’ll also be able to revel in incredibly emotive language and compelling passages. If you like intriguing chick lit and talented writing, you’ll find both in Karen Guzman’s ARBORVIEW.
November 19, 2021
I received a copy in exchange for an honest review.
Arborview by Karen Guzman is a fiction novel.
Ellen Cahill had recently gotten a divorce after twenty-two years of marriage. She had no job and she wasn't ready to give up the house she loved so much. Ellen decided to teach at a school she used to go to when she was younger, River Bend. It was time for new beginnings so instead of teaching English, she went for the pastry course. There she met Rosa Escamilla. A young girl whose dream was to study at the Seasons Culinary College and become a pastry chef herself. Both women had their own misfortunes and betrayals but nothing was going to stop them from creating the life they had dreamed about.
It's such a bittersweet and realistic novella. A wonderful story about two women who are trying to figure out what to do with their lives. Ellen's part taught you about second chances and how to move forward. Also how to deal with betrayal from those you loved. Rosa's side of the story was about following your dream no matter how hard it was. I loved how well both parts blended it together. The connection those two had was incredible, like a mother who was giving life lessons.
It's a wonderful book that will make you rethink your life choices and maybe cry a little if you are sentimental like me. If you are a fan of Barbara Josselsohn and Ellyn Oaksmith then you will love this one. I highly recommend you to read this and I will rate it with 5 bright stars.
Arborview by Karen Guzman is a fiction novel.
Ellen Cahill had recently gotten a divorce after twenty-two years of marriage. She had no job and she wasn't ready to give up the house she loved so much. Ellen decided to teach at a school she used to go to when she was younger, River Bend. It was time for new beginnings so instead of teaching English, she went for the pastry course. There she met Rosa Escamilla. A young girl whose dream was to study at the Seasons Culinary College and become a pastry chef herself. Both women had their own misfortunes and betrayals but nothing was going to stop them from creating the life they had dreamed about.
It's such a bittersweet and realistic novella. A wonderful story about two women who are trying to figure out what to do with their lives. Ellen's part taught you about second chances and how to move forward. Also how to deal with betrayal from those you loved. Rosa's side of the story was about following your dream no matter how hard it was. I loved how well both parts blended it together. The connection those two had was incredible, like a mother who was giving life lessons.
It's a wonderful book that will make you rethink your life choices and maybe cry a little if you are sentimental like me. If you are a fan of Barbara Josselsohn and Ellyn Oaksmith then you will love this one. I highly recommend you to read this and I will rate it with 5 bright stars.
October 13, 2021
Blurb: Ellen Cahill's financial future rides on the success of her new pastry shop. A bruising divorce has drained her bank account, along with her spirit. A man enters her life promising love, but Ellen, haunted by the past, questions whether she can pull off this new beginning. College student Rosa Escamilla has her own culinary dreams—and a difficult mother who's dead set against them. Rosa won't be deterred. She scrapes up the money to enroll at a prestigious culinary school, setting out to prove everyone wrong. When hidden betrayals by the people they love most surface for both Ellen and Rosa, can they overcome the blows they never saw coming on the road to where they want to go?
Thoughts: Wow. I don’t read a lot of “women’s fiction” types of books, but if they are like this, I may have to look more. Or definitely for this author. I have become a definite fan. The story focuses on two women – Ellen, who’s older (late 40’s) and Rosa, who’s younger (late teens/early 20s) and their lives.
Ellen Cahill has gone through a rough divorce and is trying to figure out what’s next. How to start over after twenty years of marriage. Her two kids are off in college and she’s left alone to ramble around her big house. But she’s not ready to give up the place she’s spent her entire adult life. But with a mortgage hanging over her head, she need to figure out how to get the money to keep it. Her best friend, Alice, aims her toward a local junior college where she gets a job teaching a class on baking and pastry. She also meets William there and falls for him. Meanwhile, Rosa is working multiple jobs to earn money to go to culinary college even though her mother doesn’t approve. But she is determined to find her way and Ellen encourages her.
I loved that Ellen had a special place—Arborview—which was her kids treehouse. She spends a lot of time there figuring out what to do with her life. And it becomes the focus of her anger when things go horribly wrong.
This is a story about perseverance and believing in yourself. The author pulls all the emotions out—joy, sadness, fear, anger, and satisfaction. It’s a great story to curl up with. To read how Ellen and Rosa face what’s going on in their lives, and how they pull through. The only question I had – and it’s a very small one – but Ellen could barely figure out where to get the money to pay her mortgage, so where did she get the money for the bakery? But again, a very minor “huh?”
Recommendation: Pick this book up! I don’t care if you’ve never read “women’s fiction” before, get it. It’s an amazing story and you will not be sorry.
Disclaimer:
Disclosure of Material: I received a final and/or advanced reader copy of this book with the hope that I will leave my unbiased opinion. I was not required to leave a review, positive or otherwise, and my opinions are just that… My Opinions. I am posting this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising”
Thoughts: Wow. I don’t read a lot of “women’s fiction” types of books, but if they are like this, I may have to look more. Or definitely for this author. I have become a definite fan. The story focuses on two women – Ellen, who’s older (late 40’s) and Rosa, who’s younger (late teens/early 20s) and their lives.
Ellen Cahill has gone through a rough divorce and is trying to figure out what’s next. How to start over after twenty years of marriage. Her two kids are off in college and she’s left alone to ramble around her big house. But she’s not ready to give up the place she’s spent her entire adult life. But with a mortgage hanging over her head, she need to figure out how to get the money to keep it. Her best friend, Alice, aims her toward a local junior college where she gets a job teaching a class on baking and pastry. She also meets William there and falls for him. Meanwhile, Rosa is working multiple jobs to earn money to go to culinary college even though her mother doesn’t approve. But she is determined to find her way and Ellen encourages her.
I loved that Ellen had a special place—Arborview—which was her kids treehouse. She spends a lot of time there figuring out what to do with her life. And it becomes the focus of her anger when things go horribly wrong.
This is a story about perseverance and believing in yourself. The author pulls all the emotions out—joy, sadness, fear, anger, and satisfaction. It’s a great story to curl up with. To read how Ellen and Rosa face what’s going on in their lives, and how they pull through. The only question I had – and it’s a very small one – but Ellen could barely figure out where to get the money to pay her mortgage, so where did she get the money for the bakery? But again, a very minor “huh?”
Recommendation: Pick this book up! I don’t care if you’ve never read “women’s fiction” before, get it. It’s an amazing story and you will not be sorry.
Disclaimer:
Disclosure of Material: I received a final and/or advanced reader copy of this book with the hope that I will leave my unbiased opinion. I was not required to leave a review, positive or otherwise, and my opinions are just that… My Opinions. I am posting this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising”
October 11, 2021
Ellen Cahill, fresh off an ugly divorce from a manipulative jerk—who continues to phone and text her at the drop of a hat, just to ‘check in’—needs to come up with cash, and soon, in order to save Arborview, a treehouse in the back yard of her longtime home, a haven where she often retreats to pray and think and dream.
Just when things are beginning to look up and Ellen is feeling more confident, a tug of ginormous proportions yanks the proverbial rug from beneath her feet. Coming in the form of another betrayal, this one is even more astounding than those committed by the aforementioned jerkoff ex-spouse. Enter Rosa Escamilla, a young woman who reminds Ellen of herself at twenty, and who compels her to look at life’s vagaries in a new light.
Our Review: For a humdinger of one woman’s journey toward recovery and revenge, this is a book you’ll want to keep on the shelf, and pick up when you want to feel good about life and all it may toss at you, Arborview is the bomb. Well done, Ms. Guzman.
On a scale of 1-5, Arborview deserves a 6.
Kat Henry Doran, Wild Women Reviews
Just when things are beginning to look up and Ellen is feeling more confident, a tug of ginormous proportions yanks the proverbial rug from beneath her feet. Coming in the form of another betrayal, this one is even more astounding than those committed by the aforementioned jerkoff ex-spouse. Enter Rosa Escamilla, a young woman who reminds Ellen of herself at twenty, and who compels her to look at life’s vagaries in a new light.
Our Review: For a humdinger of one woman’s journey toward recovery and revenge, this is a book you’ll want to keep on the shelf, and pick up when you want to feel good about life and all it may toss at you, Arborview is the bomb. Well done, Ms. Guzman.
On a scale of 1-5, Arborview deserves a 6.
Kat Henry Doran, Wild Women Reviews
October 3, 2021
Karen Guzman’s lovely prose immediately pulled me into her new release, Arborview. I was equally compelled by the interwoven stories of Ellen, whose middle-age life is upended by a nasty divorce, and Rosa, a young woman fighting to pursue her dreams for a better life. Despite their diverse backgrounds, they come together as teacher and student in a college baking class and slowly form a believable bond over their culinary talents. Though the road isn’t sweet or easy for either of these brave women, I admired how they persevered through some really intense challenges. Without giving up any spoilers, I’ll say Arborview is a thoughtful, well-written novel that embraces the best elements of women’s fiction. And the descriptions of the delectable pastries - and the baking process - is an added plus.
November 11, 2021
Arborview is a stunning women’s fiction from start to finish. From the beginning, the writing style captivated me with its lush descriptive narration, emotional story, and intriguing characters. Two women, both at different stages of life, confront difficulties and learn the value of inner strength. I connected with both Ellen and Rosa. What they went through caused a full array of emotions to well up inside me. Karen Guzman writes for women, about women, with such empathy and grace, you can’t help but get swept up into the story. The plot moves at a nice easy pace. The character growth throughout Arborview is impressive. Readers will find themselves asking the same questions as Ellen and Rosa about love, life, and dreams. A brilliantly written story, Arborview needs to be read by all women everywhere. I look forward to more from Karen Guzman. Highly recommend!
November 10, 2021
All I can say is WOW. This is one must-read book for every woman, irrespective of age or situation. Arborview is an exquisitely written story of love, loss, the devastation of betrayal and trust, and of finding redemption by facing one’s challenges head-on rather than looking away. The plot moves at a languid pace as does the character development and compels the reader to become completely invested in the protagonist one can’t help but relate to and root for. Karen Guzman has brilliantly woven the intersection of two women of different ages and experiences. How they teach one another to stand up for themselves and fight for what they believe in are life lessons every woman can learn from.
Arborview has more than earned the five-star review this reader has given it.
Arborview has more than earned the five-star review this reader has given it.
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October 12, 2021Perhaps you are young, like Rosa Escamilla, trying to forge a path towards your chosen career. Perhaps you are like Ellen, at the perfect age for a mid-life crisis, and feeling the need to do what is true to the self you lost sight of. Perhaps you are nearing retirement and looking about to see what dreams are still out there for you to chase and catch hold of. "Arborview" will encourage you to go for it! Guzman writes in prose that is often lovely and always honest as she tells the gradually intertwining stories of Ellen and Rosa on their culinary quests. So enjoy the book, then go visit your local pastry shop!
October 28, 2021
Beautifully written, Arborview is a must-read for fans of women’s fiction. Captivated from the start, I found myself rooting for the two protagonists—40something Ellen Cahill and 20something Rosa Escamilla—as they dealt with relationship and financial challenges. I could easily imagine myself as Ellen, seeking refuge in the treehouse, aptly named Arborview, while thinking, praying, and dreaming about a different kind of future. Rosa reminded me of my own struggles as the daughter of immigrants. I strongly recommend setting aside extra-long blocks of reading time; you won’t be able to put this book down.
Well done, Ms. Guzman!
Well done, Ms. Guzman!
October 4, 2021
Two things that help when the going gets tough? A treehouse retreat that's a few feet closer to heaven than solid ground and a knock-out recipe for chocolate soufflée cakes. Arborview is an engaging multi-generational tale of two women who - when handed a truckload of lemons - find solace in baking a 'transcendant' citrus meringue. Is pastry-making a frivolous pursuit? Or does it convey the comfort and respect that Ellen and Rosa give others and must learn to expect for themselves? I was delighted to receive this ARC and look forward to a sequel.
October 20, 2021
Arborview wraps up all the goodness of love, hope, spiritual awakening, and pastry in one calming, satisfying, delicious read. Guzman is a truly beautiful writer and her keen eye for subtle details--from the play of light on forest leaves to the delicate bite of spice from a cookie--make this novel especially rich and vibrant. Not to say that all is sweet in this book--there are betrayals and secrets and some sad moments too. In Guzman's skillful hands, it is all handled masterfully. A perfect read for the holidays and for the book lover on your gift list!
September 28, 2021
Arborview is a subtlety layered novel that weaves together the stories of young Rosa, seeking more than a two year degree and a dead-end cleaning job, and Ellen, a middle-aged woman trying to redefine herself after divorce. It’s a story about women, friendships, relationships, and finding the strength to be oneself. Guzman pushes the the genre: she deftly creates complex characters who come to life, and she makes plot choices that surprise and delight.
January 17, 2023
I would characterize this as chick lit. The story and writing are fairly good and I think the author is off to a good start. If she is targeting a specific genre such as fiction specifically for women, then this book fits that category very well. I hope she pushes forward towards more universal appeal, such as an Ann Patchett or Celeste Ng. These authors’ books speak to a broader audience I think. Romance and romantic relationships are not the focus.
October 8, 2021
Arborview is that book you crave when you need something sweet and comforting—a story that reminds us that solace and connection can be found in unexpected places. Readers will cry and cheer for Ellen and Rosa as they discover the courage to blaze their own paths. Arborview is an uplifting story about secrets, dreams, new beginnings, and the quiet bravery of asserting one's self-empowerment.
October 31, 2021
A well-written story that draws you in right away. I love how the author interwove the tree metaphors. Her writing is flawless and engaging. I felt so connected to the characters and the entire story seemed so real. I rooted for Ellen and Rose to overcome all the conflict and obstacles they encountered. Just an overall truly entertaining and emotional novel.
January 26, 2022
4.5 Stars
Have you ever climbed up into a tree house?
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If you can envision a rustic tree house as your safe place for reflection, meditation, and dreaming of the future, then you might love #ArborView as much as I did!
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I feel like @kagauthor wrote the perfect book just for me! I adore and appreciate quietly compelling, inspirational, and relatable stories of women helping women, second chances, mentorship, friendship, and overcoming obstacles and disappointments to follow your dream.
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Beautifully written, Arborview is the story of two women from different generations and cultures facing a variety of personal challenges and sharing a love of culinary arts. It’s a hope-filled story of connection, reflection, chasing dreams, friendship, and women helping women.
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Quote: “Few things said ‘You are precious’ better than cocoa chiffon cake and raspberries!”
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Quote: “…you do not struggle through the world alone, or in vain, … solace and connection, along with a big dash of sweetness, can be yours if you know where to look.”
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Right from the first page, I loved the beautiful writing and strong sense of place. I felt connected to Ellen and Rosa and could relate to their challenges and dreams, and I loved that the story felt realistic all the way through. Many points of personal connection helped make this a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ read for me!
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I think you will cheer for Ellen and Rosa, and I hope we get a sequel!
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Thanks @WildRosePress and @KGuzman_author for a complimentary electronic copy of #ArborView for my review consideration. All opinions are my own. Thanks for the opportunity Karen! I’m thrilled that your book “found” me! #WomensFiction
For more reviews visit my blog www.readingladies.com
Have you ever climbed up into a tree house?
🌿
If you can envision a rustic tree house as your safe place for reflection, meditation, and dreaming of the future, then you might love #ArborView as much as I did!
🌿
I feel like @kagauthor wrote the perfect book just for me! I adore and appreciate quietly compelling, inspirational, and relatable stories of women helping women, second chances, mentorship, friendship, and overcoming obstacles and disappointments to follow your dream.
🌿
Beautifully written, Arborview is the story of two women from different generations and cultures facing a variety of personal challenges and sharing a love of culinary arts. It’s a hope-filled story of connection, reflection, chasing dreams, friendship, and women helping women.
🌿
Quote: “Few things said ‘You are precious’ better than cocoa chiffon cake and raspberries!”
🌿
Quote: “…you do not struggle through the world alone, or in vain, … solace and connection, along with a big dash of sweetness, can be yours if you know where to look.”
🌿
Right from the first page, I loved the beautiful writing and strong sense of place. I felt connected to Ellen and Rosa and could relate to their challenges and dreams, and I loved that the story felt realistic all the way through. Many points of personal connection helped make this a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ read for me!
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I think you will cheer for Ellen and Rosa, and I hope we get a sequel!
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Thanks @WildRosePress and @KGuzman_author for a complimentary electronic copy of #ArborView for my review consideration. All opinions are my own. Thanks for the opportunity Karen! I’m thrilled that your book “found” me! #WomensFiction
For more reviews visit my blog www.readingladies.com
October 15, 2021
Arborview is a tender and nuanced tale, compassionately told and woven with truths and insights. Karen Guzman's characters are finely rendered, their challenges, joys, confusions, and triumphs honestly portrayed.
October 18, 2021
Aborview takes us into the lives of two women, both on the verge of new stages in their lives. Karen Guzman knows how to use language to take us into the complex interior lives of Ellen and Rosa as they work to break free of expectations. This is a lovely novel that wraps up in a satisfying way.
January 10, 2022
What a lovely gem of a book. Arborview is filled with characters and environments you feel in your bones and that make you want to spend as much time as possible in the pages. This book has it all—growing and unraveling relationships, a midlife awakening and a rediscovering of a sense of self, all undergirded by strong women.
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