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Thursday, July 27, 2017

Sophia Rose Reviews - The Garden of Small Beginnings by Abbi Waxman

I once again leave the blog in the very capable hands of Sophia Rose who is reviewing The Garden of Small Beginnings by Abbi Waxman. The Garden of Small Beginnings by Abbi Waxman
Women’s Fiction
Publisher:  Berkley
Published: 5.2.17
ISBN-10: 0399583580
Pages:  368
Format:  Trade Paperback
Source:  Self
Sellers:  Amazon - Barnes & Noble - Kobo
GoodReads Blurb:
Lilian Girvan has been a single mother for three years—ever since her husband died in a car accident. One mental breakdown and some random suicidal thoughts later, she’s just starting to get the hang of this widow thing. She can now get her two girls to school, show up to work, and watch TV like a pro. The only problem is she’s becoming overwhelmed with being underwhelmed.

Sophia Rose's Review:

One might think that a story centered around a widow who still struggles with her grief would be something of a heavy, brooding book. Not so with this one. The difficult thoughts, emotions, and struggles are there, but it is told in a wry, sweet, upbeat way so that it truly lives up to the title.

I had a great time with Lili, her sister Rachel, her little girls Claire and Annabel, her quirky mom, and all the friends they made through their gardening class. Each personality unfurled like a plant and reveals so much more than could be noted from just the first glance. There's a lot of family, friendship, and even a smidge of romance, but most of all, it is Lili coming back to life again.

I enjoyed the gentle pace and the gardening and her illustrator job as setting.

All in all, it was a delight that had me smiling and wishing I could be right there inside the book with everyone. I think this will appeal to those who enjoy lighter fiction focuses on colorful characters and friendship. Labels: Abbi Waxman, Sohia Rose Reviews, The Garden of Small Beginnings Ho Ho Ho Giveaways Giveaways-Click on the image for the giveaway page

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