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Golden Girl
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Book Brief
400
Novel • Fiction
Nantucket, Massachusetts • Contemporary
2021
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Golden Girl by Elin Hilderbrand, a deceased novelist observes the happenings of those she left behind over a summer. She is granted a limited number of interventions as her loved ones navigate grief, secrets, and personal challenges on Nantucket. The story delves into themes of loss, redemption, and healing.
Heartwarming
Emotional
Inspirational
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Golden Girl by Elin Hilderbrand is an engaging novel blending mystery and emotional depth. Readers applaud its well-developed characters and vivid Nantucket setting. However, some critics note occasional predictability and uneven pacing. Overall, it’s a compelling read with heartfelt themes of love, loss, and redemption.
Who Should Read Golden Girl?
A reader who would enjoy Golden Girl by Elin Hilderbrand likely appreciates character-driven beach reads with emotional depth and a hint of mystery. Fans of Jojo Moyes’s Me Before You and Liane Moriarty’s Big Little Lies will resonate with Hilderbrand’s exploration of family dynamics and resilience amidst the summer backdrop of Nantucket.
Willa
Willa
The eldest daughter of Vivi, Willa is a resilient young woman, newly pregnant, who navigates life changes while dealing with her mother's passing.
Carson
Carson
Vivi's middle child, Carson is vibrant and struggles with personal challenges while processing her mother's death, working toward personal growth.
Leo
Leo
The youngest of Vivi's children, Leo is dealing with the loss of his mother and personal revelations during a pivotal time in his life.
Martha
Martha
A guiding soul designated to help Vivi transition after death, Martha provides support and perspective to Vivi during her time in the afterlife.
400
Novel • Fiction
Nantucket, Massachusetts • Contemporary
2021
Adult
18+ years
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