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Saving Missy
Saving Missy | Beth Morrey
14 posts | 10 read | 7 to read
Prickly. Stubborn. Terribly lonely. But everyone deserves a second chance... A dazzling debut for 2020 are you ready to meet Missy Carmichael?
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SanjanaGhosh
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While this book had all the "A Man called Ove" vibes, I think the plot twist in the end was quite uncalled for. Nevertheless, I thoroughly enjoyed the book.

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rachaich
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I finished this last night and then, die to moving and packing up the house, found myself with No Books To Read 🤔😆😭😫.
Never had that before!
However, I quite enjoyed this, a lightvread but also highlighted loneliness and community. Interesting to discover more about Missy through the other characters.

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rachaich
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Litsy recommended this, I've picked it for book club...

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peta86
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This is the story of Missy Carmichael, a very lonely yet to the world anti social character.
Though reserved Missy finds herself accosted by two very different ladies in the local park whilst out on a walk.
Those two ladies are the new lifeline in her life and are the way that Missy rejoins a social world that she thought was behind her.
So used to her own company she struggles but ever so slowly she learns to trust but can she ever fully live?

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squirrelbrain
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I‘ve marked this as a pick as I really enjoyed it whilst reading it. However, since I finished it last night I‘ve started to pull it apart. I don‘t think that the MC was as sympathetic as say, Ove, even though he was a major grump. Missy comes from privilege so comes across as a bit whiney. Also there were a couple of major plot points that just didn‘t sit right, and the family history was a bit superfluous.

Just OK - 3 stars from me.

squirrelbrain @TrishB - not sure if this one is for you - you might find it irritating too. Plus, there is something that you won‘t like.... put in spoilers below as it‘s a major plot point but it‘s difficult to just hint at. 4y
squirrelbrain She ‘borrows‘ a dog, which doesn‘t end well. Not animal abuse but still 😢 4y
TrishB It‘s been on my one day list......so there it shall remain for a bit 😁 4y
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mija333
Saving Missy | Beth Morrey
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🤷🏻‍♀️

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VanessaCW
Saving Missy | Beth Morrey
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A moving and humorous story of loneliness in older age. Loved it! 5 ⭐️

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Yanya
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Loved it!

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TrishB
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I‘ve already brought in hardback whilst on offer and not read yet- but kindle offer today.

jenniferw88 😊🤣😉!! 5y
squirrelbrain Off I go.... 🏃‍♀️ 5y
TrishB @jenniferw88 I thought it was funny too 😁 5y
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TrishB @squirrelbrain cool 👍🏻 this one on offer too 5y
squirrelbrain Stop it @TrishB ! I‘m trying not to spend any money at the moment.... 😁🤷‍♀️ 5y
TrishB @squirrelbrain yeh, me too! Not sure how I‘m hiding the new DMs I just ordered. 5y
squirrelbrain Naughty Trish! 🥾 5y
TrishB @squirrelbrain they were reduced from 650 to (e5 ?? they are bright yellow shoes and I‘m going to wear them when we are released from lockdown to hopefully celebrate sunny days ☀️ 5y
squirrelbrain Well, I think it would have been illegal not to, at that price! 5y
TrishB @squirrelbrain thank you for your full support 😂😂 5y
Caroline2 Ohhhh, your bright yellow DMs sound awesome!! I hope it won‘t be long till you get to wear em! 😉 5y
TrishB @Caroline2 it‘s going to be a really special occasion! ♥️ 5y
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Rhondareads
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A gift from a friend far away.A book she read loved and sent to me.❤️📚💃

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jenniferw88
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https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-50463141?xtor=ES-211-[29120_PANUK_...

Pre-ordered tagged book, and will pre-order Osman's too!

melissajayne Not another Kondo book. 5y
squirrelbrain I‘ve read the first few chapters of the Osman book (through Penguin Bookmarks) - it‘s very good! 😁👍 5y
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Jhullie
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A gentle read about a woman turning 80 who feels that life has moved on without her. Gradually new friends come into her life, new experiences, and even a dog, make her realize that life goes on and she will too.
#NetGalley

LeeRHarry Such a cute puppy! 😊 5y
Jhullie @LeeRHarry she looks so innocent doesn‘t she! I love her to bits but chewing my books is a criminal offense 😩 5y
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Jhullie
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I can totally relate to this. I endured dark moments in my past where I couldn‘t afford even a loaf of bread. Thankfully those days are behind me and I must have hidden it well because my son (now 20) recently told me that he had no idea things were that bad in his childhood.
This particular quote is in relation to the Brexit decision after the vote.