This Year It Will Be Different
This Year It Will Be Different
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1997
Book Brief
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Short Story • Fiction
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Irish Literature•
Modern Classic FictionVarious Locations • 1990s
1997
Adult
18+ years
920L
Super Short Summary
This Year It Will Be Different by Maeve Binchy is a collection of short stories centered around the holiday season. Each story explores the lives and relationships of various characters, highlighting their personal challenges and transformations during Christmas. The collection captures the complexities of family dynamics and the emotional nuances of this festive time.
Heartwarming
Bittersweet
Nostalgic
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Maeve Binchy's This Year It Will Be Different captivates with its relatable holiday tales that blend warmth and wit. Readers appreciate her skillful character development and engaging storytelling. However, some find the plotlines predictable, feeling they lack depth. Overall, Binchy's collection resonates with those seeking heartwarming, light reads for the festive season.
Who Should Read This Year It Will Be Different?
A reader who enjoys Maeve Binchy's This Year It Will Be Different is likely drawn to heartwarming, character-driven stories centered on family and personal growth. Fans of Rosamunde Pilcher's The Shell Seekers or Jan Karon's At Home in Mitford would appreciate its cozy, relatable narratives perfect for holiday reading.
8,708 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
259
Short Story • Fiction
•
Irish Literature•
Modern Classic FictionVarious Locations • 1990s
1997
Adult
18+ years
920L
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