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The Bookshop on the Shore (Kirrinfief, #2)

Jenny Colgan
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The Bookshop on the Shore (Kirrinfief, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

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Jenny Colgan

The Bookshop on the Shore (Kirrinfief, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Loch Ness, Scotland • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Bookshop on the Shore by Jenny Colgan features a single mother seeking a fresh start in a Scottish village. She takes on two roles: assisting in a mobile bookshop and working as a nanny for a local family. Through these jobs, she navigates new challenges and discovers a sense of belonging in her new community.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

45,732 ratings

74%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Bookshop on the Shore by Jenny Colgan receives praise for its charming setting and warm, engaging storytelling. Readers enjoy the character development and the sense of community. However, some critics find the plot predictable and a bit slow. Overall, it's a heartwarming read that mostly satisfies fans of cozy, feel-good fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Bookshop on the Shore (Kirrinfief, #2)?

A reader who enjoys heartfelt romance and charming settings would love The Bookshop on the Shore by Jenny Colgan. Fans of warm, community-centric stories like Jojo Moyes’ Me Before You and Debbie Macomber’s Blossom Street series will find this novel appealing for its blend of personal growth, cozy atmospheres, and captivating narratives.

4.2

45,732 ratings

74%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Loch Ness, Scotland • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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