4

The Last Chance Library

Freya Sampson
Book
November
2021

Review:

You can’t really go wrong with a book about books. As a whole, this book was cute and fluffy, which was exactly what I wanted right now. There were some not great parts, but I think some of that was just because of the book's format. It really felt like a coming-of-age or adventure book rather than a straight romance I was expecting. Because of that, the love interest was very undeveloped compared to some of the other characters. Stanley, the old man friends with June, seemed more developed than Alex. I think that was actually ok for the sort, and I liked that it was like that. The entire book felt more like a story about saving a library. The overall story was executed well, and it made me feel things which is a sign of a good book. Every character seemed to grow through the book, which was a great trait. It also had a queer side character which was one of the most effectively done of the type. I would definitely read more stories by this author. Great book, but I'm not sure if I would read it again.

Trigger Warnings:
Death of Parent and Aggressive language

Synopsis From Book:

June Jones emerges from her shell to fight for her beloved local library, and through the efforts and support of an eclectic group of library patrons, she discovers life-changing friendships along the way. Lonely librarian June Jones has never left the sleepy English village where she grew up. Shy and reclusive, the thirty-year-old would rather spend her time buried in books than venture out into the world. But when her library is threatened with closure, June is forced to emerge from behind the shelves to save the heart of her community and the place that holds the dearest memories of her mother. Joining a band of eccentric yet dedicated locals in a campaign to keep the library, June opens herself up to other people for the first time since her mother died. It just so happens that her old school friend Alex Chen is back in town and willing to lend a helping hand. The kindhearted lawyer's feelings for her are obvious to everyone but June, who won't believe that anyone could ever care for her in that way. To save the place and the books that mean so much to her, June must finally make some changes to her life. For once, she's determined not to go down without a fight. And maybe, in fighting for her cherished library, June can save herself, too.
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