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amykwrites's review against another edition
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Almost put it down in the first half because of unlikeable characters, but kept going. Second half was definitely better. Nice ending, tied up in a bow.
Moderate: Body shaming, Drug abuse, Homophobia, Infertility, Infidelity, Miscarriage, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Ableism, Cursing, Death, Fatphobia, Panic attacks/disorders, Antisemitism, Dementia, Grief, Death of parent, Pregnancy, Fire/Fire injury, Outing, Gaslighting, and Alcohol
linesiunderline's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
When I saw this one compared to Mrs. Maisel, my expectations shot WAY up. And immediately I figured that it couldn’t possibly be anywhere near as satisfying. I was happily mistaken. It has a similar mix of neurotic family drama, humour, gentle life lessons and ambiance.
This is one of those messy family sagas that you can enjoy getting lost in, with a few laughs along the way, a little heartbreak, and a feeling of nostalgia.
The sense of place is outstanding. The Golden Hotel takes on the role of another character in the novel, and I totally fell in love with the Golden.
I thought the author managed the full cast very well. Most of the characters felt well realized, interesting, and entertaining.
I was curious to see how it would all wrap up, and I can’t decide if it was too neat for my liking or if the end was right after all.
The pacing was a little slow to start, but very soon I was invested in the future of the Golden and the people who love it.
I listened to this and the narration was stellar!
This is one of those messy family sagas that you can enjoy getting lost in, with a few laughs along the way, a little heartbreak, and a feeling of nostalgia.
The sense of place is outstanding. The Golden Hotel takes on the role of another character in the novel, and I totally fell in love with the Golden.
I thought the author managed the full cast very well. Most of the characters felt well realized, interesting, and entertaining.
I was curious to see how it would all wrap up, and I can’t decide if it was too neat for my liking or if the end was right after all.
The pacing was a little slow to start, but very soon I was invested in the future of the Golden and the people who love it.
I listened to this and the narration was stellar!
Moderate: Trafficking and Grief
Minor: Addiction, Drug abuse, Infertility, and Antisemitism
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