Wednesday, July 31, 2019

Can the Librarian Save a Troubled Small Town?


Dove Pond, a small Southern town, is dying. The inhabitants want to save it, but no one knows what to do. Sara Dove, the librarian has always believed she’ll save the town. Her books told. Sara has a unique gift. Books talk to her. They’re her special companions and help her get the right books to each library patron.

When Grace Wheeler and her small family come to town, Sara thinks she may have found someone who can make the town come alive. Grace, however, is not at all interested in saving the town. She’s there for a short time before she goes back to her high pressure job in the city. She’s there to mourn the death of her sister, give her sister’s child some stability, and take care of Mama G, the foster mother who helper her gain self-confidence and is slipping into dementia.

This is a charming book focusing on family, friendship and small town values. The main character, Grace, is will drawn and Sara is an excellent foil for her. The plot is engrossing. I particularly liked the focus on books. It was a deft touch to bring the town and characters to life.

I highly recommend this book if you enjoy small town stories and likable
characters.

I received this book from Net Galley for this review.


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