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J. Ryan StradalThe Lager Queen of Minnesota
J. Ryan StradalFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Book Brief
400
Novel • Fiction
Minnesota • Contemporary
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Lager Queen of Minnesota by J. Ryan Stradal follows estranged sisters Edith and Helen, who lead separate lives after Helen inherits their family farm to start a brewing company. Decades later, Edith and her granddaughter Diana struggle financially, working various jobs. Diana eventually finds success in brewing, leading to the sisters' heartfelt reconciliation over their shared passion for beer brewing.
Heartwarming
Bittersweet
Nostalgic
Inspirational
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The novel The Lager Queen of Minnesota by J. Ryan Stradal receives praise for its heartfelt storytelling and memorable characters, encapsulating Midwestern resilience and warmth. Some find its pacing slow at times and the plot predictable, but the strong emotional core and detailed exploration of family dynamics make it a rewarding read.
Who Should Read The Lager Queen of Minnesota?
Readers who enjoy heartwarming family sagas with strong female characters and a Midwestern setting will love The Lager Queen of Minnesota by J. Ryan Stradal. Fans of A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman and Kitchens of the Great Midwest by Stradal himself will appreciate the nuanced storytelling and regional charm.
48,382 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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400
Novel • Fiction
Minnesota • Contemporary
2019
Adult
18+ years
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