cassiebartelme's review against another edition
3.25
This was a sweet cozy read with a found family (in this case they found each other on a commuter train). It’s got a quirky cast of characters who will charm you and put a smile on your face.
hkeller's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
slow-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
3.5
maelyn's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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? Yes
4.25
mishawnb's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
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
2.5
lanatorres's review against another edition
3.0
3.5, took me a while to finish but was a sweet read :)
rhonaea's review
5.0
There can be little else for me to add to the reviews here, this is a warm, feel-good novel with some clear and pertinent messages. The sharply observed and well-developed cast of characters meet on their various train journeys while navigating their various life challenges. Clare Pooley puts a range of various talking points out there for reading groups to debate -gender, sexuality, ageism, coercive control, family relationships, and many more. It’s an enjoyable and redemptive read.
lauhi's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 stars really. Cute story and easy read but nothing particularly gripping.
sophiebentley's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
sad
fast-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
melanie_alice's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0