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Sparrow (Boston Belles #0.5)

L.J. Shen
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Sparrow (Boston Belles #0.5)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016

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L.J. Shen

Sparrow (Boston Belles #0.5)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

312

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Boston, Massachusetts • Contemporary

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Sparrow by L.J. Shen follows the story of a young woman named Sparrow, who is forced into an arranged marriage with a Boston crime lord named Troy. As Sparrow navigates this new life, secrets and dark pasts unravel, challenging her strength and resilience.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

75,281 ratings

78%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Sparrow by L.J. Shen is a dark romance that has elicited a mix of reactions. Positive notes highlight the book's gripping plot and strong character development, particularly the growth of the protagonist. However, criticisms point to some clichéd elements and predictability. Overall, readers find it an engaging read with some reservations about originality.

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Who Should Read Sparrow (Boston Belles #0.5)?

Readers who relish dark romance and suspense-filled narratives will enjoy Sparrow by L.J. Shen. Fans of Pepper Winters’ Tears of Tess and Cora Reilly’s Bound by Duty will find the gritty, intense love story and complex characters appealing, making it an ideal choice for those who savor emotionally charged plots.

4.3

75,281 ratings

78%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

312

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Boston, Massachusetts • Contemporary

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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