The Messy Lives of Book People
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Average rating3.6
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Ratings5
Average rating3.6
The house cleaner of a famous author must carry out her employer's shocking last wish in this delightful new novel from beloved author Phaedra Patrick Mother of two Liv Green barely scrapes by as a maid to make ends meet, often finding escape in a good book while daydreaming of becoming a writer herself. So she can't believe her luck when she lands a job housekeeping for her personal hero, megabestselling author Essie Starling, a mysterious and intimidating recluse. The last thing Liv expected was to be the only person Essie talks to, which leads to a tenuous friendship. When Essie passes away suddenly, Liv is astonished to learn that her dying wish was for Liv to complete her final novel. But to do so Liv will have to step into Essie’s shoes. As Liv begins to write, she uncovers secrets from the past that reveal a surprising connection between the two women—one that will change Liv’s own story forever… Look for Phaedra Patrick's previous charming bestsellers! The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone The Library of Lost and Found The Secrets of Love Story Bridge
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I can't believe that I'm saying this but there wasn't enough book stuff in all honesty
The book took a little while to get into but I did enjoy the slight mystery aspect of figuring out what had been going on in Essie's life before Liv joined her. I really enjoyed the twist and the ending of the book.
I found it unbelievable that she didn't know the date or general date of her father's death. That ruined the entire tale. Early in I knew something with her dads death was vital, but couldn't believe she wouldn't remember about when he died. And I'm speaking from experience.
This review was originally published here: https://literaryquicksand.com/2022/11/what-we-read-in-october-2022/
This was just not my favorite. I wouldn't normally have picked it up based on the description, but it was a book club pick, so I went for it.
Overall I just found it so difficult to believe. It was just not plausible, and there were way too many things that happened because it was just convenient for the story arc. I did like that it was about a novelist and a woman who deserves some good things happening to her, but it didn't have much else going for it.
