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A review by ekmurray
Ellie and the Harpmaker by Hazel Prior
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
This charming jaunt through the forests of Exmoor was a delight. It was wonderful to see an adult character experience the joy of discovering a musical instrument. This is a story that I suspect I will be revisiting for comfort and enjoyment in the future.
I was simply heartbroken to read the scene where the harps are destroyed.
Ellie’s marriage was well-written and it was very satisfying to see her extricate herself from that toxic situation.
I thought it was a little too convenient that Clive gave Ellie so much money, sufficient to fix the barn and set her up for life- this seems unrealistic given that coercive controlling partners limit access to money to limit their partners’ choices and ability to leave.
I was simply heartbroken to read the scene where the harps are destroyed.
Ellie’s marriage was well-written and it was very satisfying to see her extricate herself from that toxic situation.
I thought it was a little too convenient that Clive gave Ellie so much money, sufficient to fix the barn and set her up for life- this seems unrealistic given that coercive controlling partners limit access to money to limit their partners’ choices and ability to leave.
Moderate: Domestic abuse and Toxic relationship
Minor: Animal cruelty and Fire/Fire injury