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Mrs. Wiggins by Mary Monroe

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dchopkinson22's review against another edition

emotional medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix

3.5

The story was entertaining, but I feel like it dragged on. The book was definitely predictable. And I started to dislike the main character toward the end of the book

goblinghost_39's review against another edition

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emotional tense medium-paced

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

5.0

kimskindlereads's review against another edition

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5.0

MRS WIGGINS.... I am speechless...this was totally NOT what I expected but in the BEST way. A life of lies and deceit will always catch up to you. This book was GOOD. Second half took a very unexpected twist and, in the end, that twist brought everything full circle. I should NOT have waited so long to pick this book up and read it.

ahsatan82's review against another edition

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4.0

I don't know what it is about Mary Monroe's writing that pulls me in so. I am not a fan of historical fiction, except Mary Monroe's books. I have tried many and most of the time I just can't get into it no matter how good the synopsis sounds. So, I was glad that this book was on par with the previous stories I've read by her. I had a soft spot in my heart for Hubert and Maggie despite their decisions. I was hoping for a different outcome in the end but I understand the ending. The other characters in the book were so colorful and entertaining. You definitely despised who you were supposed to and were fond of or indifferent towards others. As sweet as Maggie seemed, her actions to "protect" Claude, surprised me. Sometimes, people don't make the best decisions when they feel like their back is up against a wall. But, we don't always have to intervene and take matters into our own hands. I really enjoyed the story, felt bad for a few and others I felt had it coming. Although things like this happen, I am glad this was a work of fiction and I can say I was entertained. Mary Monroe is one of my favorite authors and I always recommend her books, this one included.

mjs_busyreading's review against another edition

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emotional slow-paced

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

5.0

Another book choice influenced by social media and it was surprisingly great! I had very low hopes of enjoying this and I devoured every bit of it.
Mrs Wiggins will stop at nothing to protect those that she loves. When this first starts, I really wasn’t sure in what direction this was going to go. And all I have to say is “whatchu doin Mrs Wiggins!?!? Whatchu doinnnnnnn!” Because she is the definition of classically unhinged 😂