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zoer03's review against another edition
1.0
I am sorry to say this but dear god this book is awful painful and all the characters are well just plain stupid. All of them though set in the ‘16th’ century feel too modern and gah it just feels very naïve and the history is awful. Very disappointing and not one I will recommend to anyone
nkbullard's review
inspiring
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
thethriftingmama's review against another edition
4.0
Well written but a long story at 40 something chapters, no language or spicy content. Audiobook narrator had good voice.
emilyreadddss's review
adventurous
emotional
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.0
smittenforfiction's review against another edition
3.0
The Glovemaker's Daughter begins in Good Hope Township, Pennsylvania, 2014. After seeing a ghost in a three-hundred-year-old Meeting House (Quaker Church), Sam finds a notebook hidden in the walls. He connects with Rachel Moorside, a descendant of the person who wrote the ledger, in order to find out more about the Meeting House and the people who built it. Through mainly journal entries from the 17th century ledger, we are told the story of a young woman named Rejoice (Joy) who embarks on an epic journey from England to the New World.
Fleming creates incredible characters filled with personality, description, and emotions that they feel like real people that I actually know. I found Joy to be annoying, but I appreciated that she always learned from her mistakes, and I admire her perseverance.
Joy's story grabbed me from the very beginning. I love Fleming's writing style and definitely want to read more by her.
Some readers have described this as a mystery, but it doesn't feel like one. The present day part of the book doesn't really serve a purpose to the plot. I think if there had been more from Rachel and Sam's perspectives it could have been more exciting. The ending feels incredibly rushed as well.
The Glovemaker's Daughter is a slow-burn historical tale about a young girl's epic journey discovering family secrets, peace, and love. I recommend this one to readers sixteen-years-old+ who enjoy slow-paced stories filled with tons of description and history.
Setting: 3/5
Plot: 2.5/5
Characters: 4/5
Writing: 3/5
Message: 2.5/5
Overall: 3/5
Thank you to Netgalley and publisher for the complimentary copy in exchange for my honest review.
Fleming creates incredible characters filled with personality, description, and emotions that they feel like real people that I actually know. I found Joy to be annoying, but I appreciated that she always learned from her mistakes, and I admire her perseverance.
Joy's story grabbed me from the very beginning. I love Fleming's writing style and definitely want to read more by her.
Some readers have described this as a mystery, but it doesn't feel like one. The present day part of the book doesn't really serve a purpose to the plot. I think if there had been more from Rachel and Sam's perspectives it could have been more exciting. The ending feels incredibly rushed as well.
The Glovemaker's Daughter is a slow-burn historical tale about a young girl's epic journey discovering family secrets, peace, and love. I recommend this one to readers sixteen-years-old+ who enjoy slow-paced stories filled with tons of description and history.
Setting: 3/5
Plot: 2.5/5
Characters: 4/5
Writing: 3/5
Message: 2.5/5
Overall: 3/5
Thank you to Netgalley and publisher for the complimentary copy in exchange for my honest review.
vanitar's review against another edition
2.0
I enjoy historical fiction as it gives me opportunities to learn about different people in various periods of history. I have friends who are Quakers and so it was intriguing to learn a bit more about their history and parts of their lives between England and America.
This book, however, started too slow for my liking. It was really hard to get into at first. As the story went on, I was intrigued to see where Joy would end up. She takes a while to make up her mind and as a reader I thought her shift toward the end of the book was too sudden. I saw how the narrative led to her shift but the story seems rushed at the end without giving enough words to her doubts and inner struggle. It seemed to wrap up a bit too abruptly.
I have read numerous books that are framed within a present day where individuals are learning about figures in the past along with the reader. This book followed this format as a man finds Joy’s journal in the walls of an old Quaker chapel in the prologue and connects with one of her descendants. I thought this part could have been done much better- there were only short and sporadic accounts throughout the book and it didn’t add to the story. I also was left wondering how the woman was related to Joy as that also didn’t seem clear.
So while I appreciated the glimpse into Quaker life as it began in America, this book was lacking in a lot of other areas and I struggled to get through it.
This book, however, started too slow for my liking. It was really hard to get into at first. As the story went on, I was intrigued to see where Joy would end up. She takes a while to make up her mind and as a reader I thought her shift toward the end of the book was too sudden. I saw how the narrative led to her shift but the story seems rushed at the end without giving enough words to her doubts and inner struggle. It seemed to wrap up a bit too abruptly.
I have read numerous books that are framed within a present day where individuals are learning about figures in the past along with the reader. This book followed this format as a man finds Joy’s journal in the walls of an old Quaker chapel in the prologue and connects with one of her descendants. I thought this part could have been done much better- there were only short and sporadic accounts throughout the book and it didn’t add to the story. I also was left wondering how the woman was related to Joy as that also didn’t seem clear.
So while I appreciated the glimpse into Quaker life as it began in America, this book was lacking in a lot of other areas and I struggled to get through it.
karenmr1601's review against another edition
4.0
Interesting historical story
I really enjoyed this book. Joy is a fascinating character who lived a long and eventful life. I shall try to read more of Leah Flemings work.
I really enjoyed this book. Joy is a fascinating character who lived a long and eventful life. I shall try to read more of Leah Flemings work.
damaris_anne's review against another edition
2.0
I tried real hard on this one. I really wanted to enjoy The Glovemaker's Daughter, but I struggled to connect with the protagonist and plot in general. However, I really enjoyed the representation and portrayal it gave to 17th century Quakers. This was a different characterization and one I had not seen before. This book was evidently well-researched, however, it was slow and plodding and I found it difficult to read. I tried valiantly to enjoy it, but in the end, gave up. For those who enjoy a slower read, this may be the book for them. Unfortunately, not for me!
I received an ARC from the publisher and NetGalley in exchange for my fair and honest review.
I received an ARC from the publisher and NetGalley in exchange for my fair and honest review.
thebooktrail88's review against another edition
5.0
Visit the locations in the novel
What a lovely and poignant story. Very unique and very special. I’ve not read many stories set within the Quaker community and nothing with a main character such as Rejoice. I found myself cheering her on in many ways and admired her for what she did and believe in. The conditions that she and others must have gone through were harsh and at times hard to read. There was no role for women at that time and it was admirable that she was the person she was.
The times may have been ruthless but Leah’s portrayal of it was evocative and lusciously descriptive. Immersive is a word that only some historical novels really achieve but this was one one them. It wasn’t just the historical part of the weave which made this story however. The modern day threads were equally as strong and oh – that book being found – love stories like this where diaries, walls are whispering to us from the past. This one is really well woven.
Joy is joy of a character to go on a journey with and what a journey it was!
Recommended
hannahm25's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0