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The Banned Bookshop of Maggie Banks, by Shauna Robinson

6 reviews

livelypsyche's review against another edition

hopeful inspiring lighthearted relaxing fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

I really enjoyed this one! Maggie was very believable as the lost adult who hasn’t found her calling-though it’s clear all along that she has some wonderful skills of her own. I loved her determination to beat the bans. Great ending! Be aware there are no sexy times which surprised me.

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kshertz's review against another edition

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funny lighthearted medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

This is a cute book not so much a romance as trying to find yourself and be happy with your life. Plus lots of books and a library. I love this writing style even though the smut is nonexistent 😌. I think it’s a fantastic look into a small town world and the much needed diversity that can be added to it.

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hobbithopeful's review against another edition

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funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective 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? Yes

5.0

After reading this book, I want Maggie's life. This is such a warm book to read, it is full of humor and joy, and the characters are so loveable (especially Maggie!) and no matter how you may view them at first, they all grow on you. The author masterfully wove a tale of finding yourself no matter your age or where you are at in life, but also included racial issues relating to classic books, and the lives and tales that have been hidden from the world. The fact that

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classics books only being allowed at the bookstore means that there are no poc authors and one of the coowners had no problem with that!!!

Maggie fought to be heard and for the people of the town, she was truly passionate about her newfound job, and it was so inspiring. I want to be like Maggie when I get my life together.

This is a really funny read, and you will come out of this book a better person then you went in.

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