Comments on: The Bookshop

By: Tara @ Running 'N' Reading

Tara @ Running 'N' Reading — Mon, 23 Nov 2015 22:34:40 +0000

Catherine, I am going to earmark this one for my next Readathon day; since it’s only 123 pages, it’s a great choice! I’m excited! Thank you for sharing this one!

By: Catherine

Catherine — Sun, 22 Nov 2015 22:47:38 +0000

In reply to Andi (@estellasrevenge). It's perfect for that- not going to change your world, but not quick fluff either. Made me a little sad.

By: Kerry M

Kerry M — Sun, 22 Nov 2015 13:20:22 +0000

I’ve never read any of Fitzgerald’s works, though I always see her on the shelf when looking for the Fitzgerald of the F. Scott variety. This sounds like it might be a great place to start; a book about a bookstore is right up my alley.

By: Andi (@estellasrevenge)

Andi (@estellasrevenge) — Sun, 22 Nov 2015 03:26:33 +0000

I feel like I’ve had this on my TBR at some point, or maybe I just eyeball it whenever I’m in the used bookstore. I’m so glad to know you liked it. This looks like fair game for my next #15in30 (or 31, or 28) challenge.

By: Lory @ Emerald City Book Review

Lory @ Emerald City Book Review — Sat, 21 Nov 2015 11:07:18 +0000

I was so happy earlier this year to get all my books-in-waiting organized in a new bookcase near my bed. Now I have to make sure it doesn’t overflow! I’ve been meaning to read some Penelope Fitzgerald and this is a great recommendation, thanks.

By: Catherine

Catherine — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 22:22:16 +0000

In reply to Eva. Eva, I have been so burned that I've given up, but because this is more a novella than a novel I went with it. It is quirky, but part of what I loved was that it doesn't end well, it ends more realistically and I appreciated that.

By: Eva

Eva — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 18:50:14 +0000

I share this affliction and it seems like I’ve been burned a couple of times recently. I won’t lie – when I saw the titles of this book I thought that maybe I would skip it because of my recent experiences. But after reading the post, it sounds like this one might be alright!

By: Catherine

Catherine — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 17:36:25 +0000

In reply to Sarah’s Book Shelves.

This seals it- that you even know who Penny Vincenzi is final confirmation that we are related. I loved her earlier stuff- so much detail and strong women. Then she started getting more into romance-y. I’m hoping this one is a return to her old style.

Reunion just moved to my December reading list thanks to you!

By: Lynn @ Smoke & Mirrors

Lynn @ Smoke & Mirrors — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 17:03:36 +0000

I am the same way regarding book titles with book, library bookshop, etc.! I actually picked this book up very cheaply at a library booksale several years ago and have yet to read it, or anything else written by Penelope Fitzgerald. Glad you liked it and now hopefully I’ll get to it sooner rather than later! 🙂

By: Sarah's Book Shelves

Sarah's Book Shelves — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 12:51:26 +0000

This sounds like a nice little one to slip in! Love this bookcase…you’re not going to have any lack of choices through the end of the year. As for what’s on the bookshelves – Penny Vincenzi!! I used to read her stuff all the time…so juicy! I haven’t read her in awhile. Love May Fail didn’t work out so well for me, despite a strong start. I loved Reunion – was one of my Best Books of 2014!