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I found it almost impossible to stop reading this enchanting homage to books and book lovers, and I spent most of yesterday totally absorbed in it. It's populated with wonderfully quirky characters, including the initially cranky titular bookseller. Yes, it's one of those inspiring, feel-good books, but most of all it's a heartfelt tribute to books, readers, and bookstores, and how books can change people's lives for the better. And it has lots of fun literary references.
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My favorite character? P ...more
I flew through this wonderful story of a cranky bookstore owner and his journey through literature to happiness. Each chapter begins with a quote from a book or short story and then commentary that A..J. Fikry has written for his daughter, Maya. Throughout the story, A.J. lets us in on the intricacies of running an independent bookstore which is so appealing to this book lover. It was the perfect read for a weekend spent with other book lovers!
This is a delightful little gem of a book, which, if I had a keeper shelf, would go alongside my other favorite books-about-books, 84 Charing Cross Road and Parnassus on Wheels. It is a very easy and engaging read as evidenced by the fact that I read it in less than 5 hours on a cross country flight from Phoenix to NYC. Normally I don't read very well on airplanes as there are too many distractions but this sucked me in and made the flight go really fast.
What I took away from this is that a life ...more
What I took away from this is that a life ...more
A good, but somewhat light read. There were a few good plot developments, but overall felt a little predictable. There were some missed opportunities for going a little deeper, and yet some where it felt like you were being hammered of the head with the author's point. I recommend it to book lovers as it is world of reading that is familiar and fun.
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What an amazing book! A.J. Fikry, A.J. Fikry! I think he is the best character in this story. This would make an amazing movie if done with the right actors and director. He should be played by Kal Penn, that is who I had in my head. Okay. I would recommend everyone who loves a good story, with real raw emotions, and not too heavy now, read this book. I have always wanted to own a small bookstore, and am one of those people who do not like mega bookstores, so I loved the idea of a small family
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Really liked it, not like some great classic work of literature, but just enjoyed reading it, liked the character development (for most of the characters), setting, better than the average read that I've had lately. Some of the people will live on past my finishing the book. That's a good thing for me. It has its weaknesses and maybe I should give it a 3 (which is still good) or a 3.5, but it's better than a "C" read :-) Interesting plot and some twists I didn't expect.
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I have hesitated review this book because my review cannot do it justice. I loved, loved, loved it !!! It is a book readers book !
An easy read that still had some substance to it. Mostly predictable but not completely, it had characters that kept me interested...and the theme of intertwining life and literature was well choreographed. I also appreciated that there was humor, and the author did not go for the easy weepy ending. Charming book.
Loved this book!
I would recommend this as a light beach read.
I read this fit the second time and LOVED it this time!! Last time I barely gave it three stars. I loved the characters and so many interesting themes. Great quotes, lots to discuss. Plus interesting twists!
I really enjoyed this book. I loved the references to other books and short stories. The author did a nice job with all the relationships and complexities.
Touching story.
Great for book lovers.
Touching story.
Great for book lovers.
Loved it...Endearing....
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Linda Boyd
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Kate
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