Patty Jane's House of Curl
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999
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Novel • Fiction
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Modern Classic FictionMinneapolis, Minnesota • 1990s
1999
Adult
18+ years
Patty Jane's House of Curl by Lorna Landvik follows Patty Jane, a resilient woman who navigates life's challenges, including loss and motherhood, while creating a supportive beauty salon. The story intertwines humor and heart, showcasing the strength and camaraderie of women as they face life’s unpredictabilities together.
Heartwarming
Emotional
Bittersweet
Humorous
10,577 ratings
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Patty Jane's House of Curl by Lorna Landvik is praised for its engaging storytelling and well-drawn characters, with humor balancing its more serious themes of family and resilience. Some readers note a predictable plot and occasional pacing issues, but overall, the novel is celebrated for its warmth and charm, resonating especially with fans of character-driven narratives.
A reader who enjoys Patty Jane's House of Curl would appreciate heartfelt, humorous tales with strong female bonds, akin to The Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood by Rebecca Wells and Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe by Fannie Flagg, focusing on resilience and community in mid-20th-century America.
10,577 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
304
Novel • Fiction
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Romance•
Modern Classic FictionMinneapolis, Minnesota • 1990s
1999
Adult
18+ years
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