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alexacath's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
After crying in my classroom (and in my car and on the drive home) I desperately needed a book that would bring some metaphorical sunlight my way. The Lager Queen of Minnesota was just the book. Full of strong female characters who work hard and still have the time to support others! This book serves as a reminder of what people can be. Stradal is able to write an inspiring narrative while not shying away from the hurt of everyday life and the tragedies that many of us face.
Content Warnings
Minor: Child death, Death, and Death of parent
atuin's review against another edition
4.0
There were parts of this book I had a tough time getting through with its slow pace. However, I found all the characters interesting and enjoyed seeing their stories play out. I'll admit some parts felt a little saccharine for my taste, but there's plenty here to ground the story, and I'm glad it did not touch on certain issues (such as the 2016 election) because if a book does talk about things like that, it should be more than a brief mention, like it would have been in this story.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Miscarriage, and Death of parent
historiette's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Minor: Miscarriage, Car accident, Death of parent, and Pregnancy
mimsterzoo's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This is a fun, light hearted but compelling read. It was like taking a thoroughly distracting break from the world. The author has an acute eye and wry sense of humor and excellent observational skills. I’m not a beer drinker and thought that would put me off. It doesn’t matter! I couldn’t put it down.
Content Warnings
Minor: Death, Death of parent, and Classism
The author placed the story in accurate socio-political contexts a few times. Whenever he did that, I found myself wanting MORE. His characters’ commentary, for example, on classism was spot on! Yet felt “unfinished.” The resolution worked, but I was hoping for a more declarative lesson learned.gracielou2000's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol
Minor: Miscarriage, Death of parent, and Pregnancy
kieselmccall's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infertility, Miscarriage, Grief, Death of parent, Pregnancy, and Alcohol
Moderate: Dementia
vanessagrausam's review against another edition
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-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? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Miscarriage, Death of parent, and Pregnancy
savheath's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol
Moderate: Child death, Death, and Death of parent
kaitlanl's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent and Alcohol
Minor: Infertility, Miscarriage, and Pregnancy
puddleshoes's review against another edition
emotional
informative
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Death of parent, and Alcohol
Moderate: Sexism