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Babyville

Jane Green
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Babyville

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004

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Jane Green

Babyville

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Babyville by Jane Green follows the lives of three women: Julia, Maeve, and Sam, as they navigate relationships, careers, and motherhood. The novel explores the complexities and emotional journeys associated with each woman's unique experiences with conception, pregnancy, and parenting, highlighting the highs and lows of finding fulfillment and balance in their personal and professional lives.

Reviews & Readership

3.8

34,092 ratings

56%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jane Green's Babyville is a witty exploration of female friendships and the complexities of motherhood. Readers enjoy its relatable characters and humorous tone. Critics, however, find the plot sometimes predictable and the characters lacking depth. Overall, it's a charming read for fans of contemporary women's fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Babyville?

Readers who would enjoy Babyville by Jane Green typically relish contemporary women's fiction. Ideal for fans of Jennifer Weiner's In Her Shoes or Sophie Kinsella's Confessions of a Shopaholic, they appreciate narratives exploring relationships, motherhood, and personal growth. This audience values character-driven stories with humor and heart.

3.8

34,092 ratings

56%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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