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Faith‘s fiance embarks on a walking trip to the west coast to give free hugs and find himself. In the meantime, she buys a small house with a mysterious past while dealing with upheaval in her immediate family. An enjoyable read but I‘m sure it is one I won‘t remember. 3.25 🌟

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Picked this up years ago in a charity shop and never read it. The last 2 months have been hectic, so I decided to finally read this shorter book to get me back into reading again. Not bad, some of the grammar isn't the best and it jumps around a bit, but overall I did enjoy it. Everyone enjoys a bit of "chick lit" with some love and drama from time to time

This was a delightful surprise! Quirky, a little mysterious, a little romantic, a little snarky. I will definitely read more by Elinor Lipman!

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Quirky book with a little romance, a little mystery, and characters that were entertaining. The romance part became a bit too predictable for me, but I wanted a lighter read and this definitely fit that requirement.

This audiobook just wasn‘t for me. Perhaps it suffered by comparison to Miracle Creek, which I am currently reading, but I found it far too simplistic and predictable. Also, the narration (Mia Barron) grated my nerves...which never helps. Ending tied all up in a nice, shiny, unrealistic bow. 🙄

Is it worth it to try another book by Lipman?

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Here‘s what I read in June. For my #BookFitnessChallenge I finished two which is my goal, walked a lot, did yoga and OTF twice. Not bad but room for improvement next week. My Fitbit is acting up so no steps to report. #BFC #BFCR2. Positive thoughts to all participants for week 2!

After hearing Anne Bogel talk about Elinor Lipman on her latest podcast episode, I took this one home from my library and I was not disappointed! I loved every page of this charming, hilarious story about 32-year-old Faith, who is navigating her romantic life while dealing with her family members, her career, and a mysterious crime that took place in her new house.

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Current status. 🤓

Random choice from the new book section of the library. So far so good!

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Perfect cover for this book: depicts an upside down house with people and items flinging haphazardly about. Quick, humorous, entertaining read, with romantic comedy. Faith Frankel‘s life literally turns upside down with purchase of her new home. Her fiancé is in mid life crisis post surgery, walking the US to find himself, dead baby pics emerge from the attic. Features quirky,zany characters, snappy,sharp dialogue- an easy read.

I love Elinor Lipman. But I haven't loved her last few books until this one! It's classic Lipman - quirky characters, snappy dialogue, unique setup - loving this!

Latest holds from the library!

Predictable plot points and some silly characters, but I enjoyed this read as a light, humorous story.

Books read in April: 9 Favourites: On Turpentine Lane, All the Best People, The Substitute The Very Good Ones: Old World, After the Bloom and The Swan Thieves. The Just Okay: The Heart's Invisible Furies and In the Land of Birdfishes. The No: Crying for the Moon.

Lunchtime reading in the library garden ❤️️

Great audiobook! The novel was just what I needed -- smart, sharp dialogue and fun, light plot. Mia Barron was awesome as a narrator. Highly recommended

Absolutely delightful! Mia Barron's narration was complete perfection for this cute, fun and sometimes silly story that brought happiness and smiles to me!

Bailed on Edgar & Lucy audiobook. Ugh. This, however, is fun, light, and entertaining. I'm enjoying Mia Barron's performance. Perfect for a rainy day. No reading on the deck today.

I'm about halfway through this book and although I'm enjoying it, I'm not truly "hooked" yet. Did anyone else have a similar experience? Have a wonderful weekend - and lots of reading - everyone!?

Well that was fun! I can always count on Elinor Lipman for quirky characters and snappy dialogue. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #FridayReads

So some of the reviews said there was no plot and I can understand why. Its more like a year in the life of Faith Frankel, a worry wart MC if there ever was one and all the silly, zany, things that happen to her. Also thrown in here was one of the most subtle and underwhelming romances I have ever read. ( no, please stop trying to oversell this book, lol) However, the narrative manages to propel itself and I didn't stop reading it. Its a pick.

Power outages are good for something. Finished this book by the fire, under a thick afghan, before nightfall. GREETINGS from MICHIGAN!
This is a fun rom-com about a humble young woman and the trials that ensue after she purchases a house that was the sight of former crime scenes. Lucky for her, she's got her hunky live-in co-worker to help her see things through.

4.5🌟 Lipman is my soul author. I loved this romantic comedy. One of the storylines was ended rather abruptly, but otherwise a really great book! The narration was mostly excellent. Stuart's voice was perfect!

Audiobook and dinner with a view - Vegas edition!

These are the books going in my Little Free Library this week. I feel like my neighbors are getting a pretty good selection of reading material to choose from.

7-day check-outs from my new favorite library hang.

Evening reading. 💗

#bookmail! Thanks again, @Lupita.Reads !

Faith‘s life isn't going the way she hoped- her fiancé is walking across the country to ‘find himself‘, her newly retired father moves to Boston to paint leaving her mother at home & at work she could end in probation or worse plus in her new house she discovers pictures of dead babies. But sometimes life's curve balls lead to something good & maybe her newly single friend Nick crashing in her spare room means things are looking up.

A weekend of reading outside on the deck, in February! Loving "On Turpentine Lane"

It's been a great week for #bookmail! The lovely folks @hmhbooks sent me a finished copy of On Turpentine Lane. I enjoyed it so much I figured I would reach out to them & see if they would want to partner w/ me on Litsy to host a #giveaway! & guess what?They said YES! I've got three SIGNED copies to giveaway! To enter: Stack or leave a comment below recommending ur fav rom-com book, movie, or tv series. Special thnx to @hmhbooks (US only, sorry😔)

Finished my first book of February! This lovely romantic comedy was definitely a much needed distraction. What I enjoyed most about this novel is that it's not a typical romantic comedy, it's quirky and smart not to mention the characters really stick with you even after you put the book down. One I'd definitely recommend.

Happy Weekend Littens!!! 😍 enjoying some tea and reading time 😍❤📚