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The Copper Beech

Maeve Binchy
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The Copper Beech

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005

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Maeve Binchy

The Copper Beech

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

407

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Shancarrig, Ireland • 1950s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

860L

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Super Short Summary

The Copper Beech by Maeve Binchy intertwines the lives of eight individuals in a small Irish village, centering around the mysterious past and present connections connected to a large copper beech tree. Each character's personal growth and life challenges are woven together, revealing the impact of friendship, secrets, and community.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

26,434 ratings

70%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Maeve Binchy's The Copper Beech is praised for its warm, engaging storytelling and richly developed characters. Readers enjoy the interwoven lives of a small Irish village, though some critique the predictability of the plot and occasional slow pacing. Overall, it’s a heartwarming read that captures the essence of community and personal growth.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Copper Beech?

The ideal reader of Maeve Binchy's The Copper Beech enjoys richly woven tales of small-town life, deeply etched characters, and intertwining stories. Fans of Rosamunde Pilcher's The Shell Seekers or Jan Karon's At Home in Mitford series will appreciate Binchy's warm, engaging narrative and exploration of community bonds.

4.1

26,434 ratings

70%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

407

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Shancarrig, Ireland • 1950s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

860L

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