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Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk by Kathleen Rooney

8 reviews

tibbarasden's review against another edition

lighthearted reflective slow-paced

4.0

Very slow and rambly, especially at first. That said, I really found myself overall enjoying this. I loved the viewpoint from an octogenarian and the timeline from the 1930s to the 1980s. I enjoyed the reflections and memories as she walked through NYC on New Years Eve. The different people she encounters along the way and the people in her own life throughout the years were all interesting. Very much character driven, but I love the strong female lead and how she bucks tradition in regards to gender roles and age expectations.

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sytaylor's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional funny informative inspiring reflective sad slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.75

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jessiejonesbentley's review against another edition

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emotional lighthearted reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.25

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annaavian's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional 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

"Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk" by Kathleen Rooney is a beautifully crafted novel that captures the essence of New York City in a truly remarkable way. The story of Lillian Boxfish, the highest paid woman in the advertising industry in the 1930s, is both melancholic and emotional, offering a poignant portrayal of a woman who refused to leave the city she loved, despite its changing landscape.

Rooney's writing is captivating, drawing readers into Lillian's world as she takes a stroll through the streets of New York, reminiscing about her life and the city's evolution. The novel's melancholy and emotional tone are punctuated by moments of humor and poignant reflection on one's place in the world.

What makes "Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk" such a pleasant read is its gentle pacing and the depth of emotion it evokes. Lillian's resilience and determination are inspiring. From a smart, stylish, independent young woman landing a job at R.H. Macy’s, through a fractured marriage and mental health issues, to an 85 year old tour de force, roaming the streets of Manhattan alone.

While the novel features charming moments and touches of emotion, it can at times leave readers yearning for more information about Margaret Fishback, the woman who served as its real-life inspiration.

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