|
By: UPHU 002
|
2026-03-31 15:21:03 |
|
|
An easy to read, enjoyable novel which leaves a smile on your face. A lighthearted holiday read. |
|
|
By: KATIK 005
|
2025-12-31 12:10:59 |
|
|
We found this novel easy to read. Comments included: What the author had captured so well were the social implications for library users if the village library closed; the plot was predictable and lightweight but an entertaining read with a happy ending; showed the power of community working together for a common cause; nice 'chick lit'. |
|
|
By: HOKITIK 001
|
2025-12-19 16:20:37 |
|
|
We all enjoyed the book - a very easy read. Made us think about what communities are comprised of. |
|
|
By: AUCK 277
|
2025-12-05 14:56:08 |
|
|
All our group enjoyed this light, but entertaining book. The quirky characters made us smile. We decided that it's good to have a light book to read amongst more serious novels and non-fiction. |
|
|
By: RICH 005
|
2025-11-28 14:43:32 |
|
|
A lovely gentle book, and what a wonderful writer Freya Sampson is. A deceptively easy read that provoked some deep thinking about the importance of libraries in a community. Enjoyed by all the group, and we loved the twist at the end. |
|
|
By: WINT 001
|
2025-10-23 09:55:39 |
|
|
|
An enjoyable light read lacking much depth. It did lead to good discussions around personal reading and the local library, with all that it offers. |
|
|
By: AUCK 412
|
2025-10-04 21:18:15 |
|
|
|
A pleasant little book in today's troubled world but some found it too light. |
|
|
By: CHCH 240
|
2025-09-26 12:08:01 |
|
|
|
Easy and light read. Good character portrayal with a few interesting twists. Showed the importance of community connections. |
|
|
By: CHCH 020
|
2025-09-23 08:22:03 |
|
|
Light and superficial look at the threat to libraries in the U.K. which N.Z. has experienced in a more political way some years ago. Badly written using stereotypes and predictable relationships. Perhaps a contrast to more somber books. Some members were frustrated with the poor writing. |
|
|
By: LEITH 001
|
2025-05-19 10:08:08 |
|
|
|
We enjoyed the read but it was a little light. |
|
|
By: CHCH 508
|
2025-03-31 10:04:42 |
|
|
|
Readable, light, topical - we are happy our library system is so much better. |
|
|
By: AUCK 166
|
2025-02-17 12:31:15 |
|
|
|
Pleasant easy read, not challenging, predictable, main character irritating to some, but we enjoyed the descriptions of community characters. |
|
|
By: INVER 017
|
2025-01-29 15:00:04 |
|
|
|
All enjoyed the book. Just what we needed for the holidays. Good discussion from group on how we each tap into the resources available at our local library. |
|
|
By: WAIKA 014
|
2024-12-18 12:21:31 |
|
|
|
This book was a refreshing change to some of the heavy topics we have read this year. It felt like a town we may know. |
|
|
By: GOVER 003
|
2024-12-02 14:57:54 |
|
|
|
This was an easy read, on the lighter side, which we all enjoyed. Good characterisation, with a number of quirky souls, and a heartwarming outcome. Did create good discussion on the importance of libraries, and the books we remember reading as children. |
|
|
By: DUNED 044
|
2024-10-17 14:40:26 |
|
|
|
Mixed reviews - we either enjoyed a "nice story", or "found it boring". |
|
|
By: DRUM 001
|
2024-06-26 12:17:04 |
|
|
|
All the members that were in attendance really enjoyed this book. The book created a lot of conversation and the subject was most interesting. Lots of discussion about libraries, librarians and how they affected ours and other communities. |
|
|
By: TAUR 023
|
2024-06-25 11:47:52 |
|
|
|
Most of us enjoyed it as an easy light read. |
|
|
By: CHCH 145
|
2024-05-09 10:19:23 |
|
|
|
Overall a quick light read. Important issues covered re importance of libraries as being so much more than books. We enjoyed the characters and issues covered such as grief, justice, isolation, and inequality. |
|
|
By: ASHB 003
|
2024-05-08 12:46:25 |
|
|
|
All enjoyed the book but found it a bit "light". |
|
|
By: TIMAR 020
|
2024-04-29 11:36:01 |
|
|
Well-written. An easy, warm read with very good character development. We could relate to the characters. Everyone enjoyed the book. |
|
|
By: AUCK 271
|
2024-04-22 12:04:38 |
|
|
|
Quick easy read; somewhat predictable, but the majority of us enjoyed it nonetheless. Light and uplifting, but generated some robust discussion about libraries and our shared love of books. |
|
|
By: AUCK 056
|
2024-03-07 12:19:58 |
|
|
|
The majority of our group found this book to be a "delightful" read. |
|
|
By: CHCH 395
|
2024-02-22 10:28:59 |
|
|
|
A lovely summer read. |
|
|
By: PALMN 004
|
2024-01-11 14:45:28 |
|
|
|
This was an easy read. It was so sweet. This could be made into a movie. |
|
|
By: AUCK 234
|
2023-10-30 10:20:03 |
|
|
|
Slow start - light, easy to read. A bit predictable but easy to persevere with. |
|
|
By: MOTUE 003
|
2023-09-11 13:43:37 |
|
|
|
Most said it was good light read - a bit predictable. |
|
|
By: NAP 005
|
2023-06-09 16:01:10 |
|
|
|
Most of our group enjoyed reading this novel. It was an easy read and perhaps a bit light on content. However, here in Napier, our main public library has been in temporary premises for a few years now and planning for a new build is underway, with several of us following developments closely. Having been a secondary school librarian for many years, I could relate to many parts of the book. |
|
|
By: WANAK 008
|
2023-06-07 10:18:20 |
|
|
|
Generally an 'alright' easy read. Predictable. June Jones really annoyed a number of us - bullied by Marjorie, yet even going to her 'hen' do. |
|
|
By: PARAPA 001
|
2023-05-08 13:40:13 |
|
|
Rather predictable and light. Characters stereotyped and not well developed. |
|
| |
