A review by courtsbooknook
The Renaissance of Gwen Hathaway, by Ashley Schumacher
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Thank you to Wednesday Books and Netgalley for providing me with an e-ARC to read and review. Wow this book was magnificent. I loved the ren fair setting. I loved the self discovery. I loved how grief was addressed. The writing was beautiful and there were so many meaningful moments. Everything about Arthur, his lute, his two dads and his unfailing kindness, was so special and his character was lovely. I also related to Maddie in her struggles with body image as well as her struggle to let go of certain expectations. My only slight issue was the conflict at the end. I would have loved for her to just talk to Arthur, and I understand she was still going through something, but it just felt out of place for me. Other than that, this book made me laugh and made me cry and I thought it truly was a beautiful story!