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Today‘s library haul. Believe it or not, I used some restraint! #lovelibraries

This novel is a real charmer. Eudora is 85. She has worked hard all of her life and is ready for some peace and quiet. But, what Eudora needs is Rose, the joyful, vivacious 10 year old girl that moves in next door. Rose, Eudora and neighbor, Stanley are an unlikely trio as they wring every drop of joy out of summer with their adventures. A nearly perfect (for me) read with 4++⭐️ out of 5 for this heartfelt novel.

Just finished this wonderful book. I loved the quirky band of characters, the glimpses of past memories and the present, and the growth of relationships throughout this story of a not so talked about subject—death and dying. Eudora and her “family” are now added to my long list of literary heroes. 💕

This book is absolutely charming. Eudora is a proper and kindhearted 85 yo Englishwoman who has decided to welcome death on her own terms when an absolute delight of a child moves next door to her and shakes up her life. The story is interspersed with flashbacks of Eudora‘s life, starting as a child during WWII. This is a wonderful, feel good book about friends, community and dignity in death. Loved it!

I loved this book. The relationship between Eudora, Stanley and Rose was cute and funny, and totally what I hope for in friendships, if I reach that age.

#12Booksof2022 @Andrew65 - April
I found this gem of a story by chance and it just captured and melted my heart.
Excellent audio narration - the story of elderly Eudora and young Rose.
Ugh…another book I left off my #Top22Of22

My mom read this book and said it‘s similar to A Man Called Ove and I said, SAY NO MORE!!!

The beautiful Bella poses with the book with the help of a hostaged ball. 🎾 #dogsoflitsy

Although a feel good book, I did have a little tear at the end.
Lovely characters and felt very real.

I stand by my initial impression…
#TotallyCharming
A real #FeelGoodRead
Loved the characters of elderly Eudora & young Rose, truly heartwarming 💕💕💕
Fantastic narration

My heart is BURSTING with joy 🥰I‘m LOVING this audio!!!!
Pure DELIGHT 🎉🪄🎊I think you‘d LOVE this @TrishB @squirrelbrain @Centique @Cathythoughts
An elderly woman is befriended by her 10 year old neighbor #AllTheFeels

#ThingsInCommon #LifeInBookTitle @Clwojick I picked this up from Audible awhile ago on a daily deal. After my last read I‘m looking for something a bit lighter!! I listened to the first 20 minutes and I‘m hooked!! Sounds like it‘s going to be delightful ♥️🎧

Here are my final January #BookSpinBingo stats, as well as my new February lineup.💖

This is my book club‘s pick for July & I can see the easy comparisons to be made for A Man Called Ove! I definitely enjoyed listening to this from start to finish! Titular character Eudora, octogenarian & isolated from the world, plans to die with dignity but a precocious new neighbor soon begins drawing Eudora back into the land of friendships & connections. Warmly entertaining, I‘m curious to see what everyone else thinks! #AudioColoring

After a recent read that featured the murders of young girls, I really needed something to reset and recharge with so I turned to one of my unread Sweet Reads box books. It did the trick - I found this to be a cross between The Elegance of the Hedgehog and Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine. It was such a lovely, poignant story with laugh-out-loud moments that put me exactly where I needed to be. Also, that shortbread was amazing.

This was so so good, I can‘t recommend it enough! It took me a few tries to get going (a busy month so far!) and I‘m so glad I didn‘t wait to try it later. I had a few hours at work to read it..and omg I cried and I hardly ever cry at books! This was such a great book on friends, life, love, perseverance, and living life no matter what it throws at you. Wonderful book 💕

Sweet story about aging end of life matters. Reminded me of A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman.

A really sweet novel about human connection.

https://onthebl.org/2021/04/13/books-to-read-this-spring-2021/

Oh this was a sweet book 💕 I was looking for something light and easy and so I was surprised by how much the characters grabbed me 😊 ⭐⭐⭐

A sweet, feel good story. Very easy reading. 7/10⭐️

I‘ve really tried to cut down on my book-buying this year. So far, I‘ve been pretty successful. But then I signed up for Sweet Reads and did some stress-buying. Oops. I think I‘ll still finish the year with fewer books than I started, though.

Has this story been told before? Yes.
Did I fall in love with Eudora, Rose, and Stanley and cry like a baby at the end? Also yes.

The perfect story for anyone who enjoys reading about a stubborn, elderly main character who forms unlikely friendships and gains a new lease on life. The most obvious comparison is A Man Called Ove, so if you enjoyed that one, you will probably like this one as well! 4⭐

I ADORED it. I'm sad I'm not with Eudora and Rose anymore. I just loved it.

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Loving this!

Going to take a moment and read my book club's choice.

This is was so delightful. If you love Fredrick Backman this is a must read.

http://obsessedbookaholic.com/2020/09/02/the-brilliant-life-of-eudora-honeysett-...

I won an advanced copy of this book on Goodreads! Yay! Snoopy was not very impressed though.
#GoodreadsGiveaway
#NationalDogDay

What a lovely, lovely story! It was a delight following Eudora‘s late life, and I quite liked how you had a glimpse of what her life was and might have been had she made a different choice.