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The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry
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Start date
August 1, 2014
Finish date
September 30, 2014
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Winner of Bookmarks Selection Poll July/Aug 2014 Issue

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Mary Chambers
I read this book with my book club at The Bookery in Ephrata, Washington. I was disappointed in the ordinariness of peoples' lives, but then I guess that's life, isn't it? Ordinary! ...more
Vera
May 17, 2014 rated it it was amazing
Shelves: re-reading
I loved this book! Short and sweet. But I enjoyed the author's writing style. The dialogue between characters was authentic. The story line was engaging and fun. As other reviewers have written, I was an A. J. admirer by the end of the book, but I also ended up admiring Maya, Amelia, Lambiase and even Ismay (somewhat!). I read this immediately after finishing Constellation of Vital a Phenomena and needed something lighter. This fit the bill. I only wish it was longer. I'm going to look for more ...more
Kerry
May 28, 2014 rated it really liked it
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.
Elle
Aug 09, 2014 rated it really liked it
Was quirky and cute but a bit fluffy.
Katie
Apr 01, 2016 rated it liked it
More accurately, 3.5 stars.
Mary Beth
Jul 02, 2015 rated it really liked it  ·  review of another edition
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A quick read, full of quirky, lovable characters.
Kara Fitzjarrald
Jun 16, 2014 rated it really liked it
I really, really liked this book. I thought it was a great story, if maybe somewhat predictable. It was just a warm fuzzy book and I loved all the book references. A great read for someone who loves books.
Valerie
May 04, 2014 rated it it was amazing  ·  review of another edition
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May 13, 2014 rated it really liked it
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Jul 02, 2014 marked it as to-read
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Sep 06, 2014 rated it really liked it
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Oct 05, 2014 rated it it was amazing
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Dec 02, 2014 rated it liked it
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Mar 01, 2015 marked it as to-read
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Jul 11, 2015 rated it it was amazing
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Nov 22, 2015 marked it as to-read  ·  review of another edition
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