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A review by chaptersoncapecod
The Book of Lost Names by Kristin Harmel
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
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? No
5.0
"She doesn't understand what it means to love books so passionately, that you would die without them, that you would simply stop breathing, stop existing."
Kristin Harmel's "The Book of Lost Names" is brilliant and a story that will stick with me for a while. Starting with character development, absolutely top-notch. I could feel the emotions through the pages of every character. Even a character like Eva's mom, who may not act as you'd wish, you can understand why because of Kristin's wonderful writing.
I enjoy historical fiction, especially WWII books, and this unique take from the perspective of a librarian turned forger was fascinating. I didn't know too much about the stolen books either and finding out that this was a real part of history, and German librarians today still have tons of stolen books is mind-blowing.
I couldn't put this book down. Every bit of it was perfect, from the dual timeline, the literary references, and the plot twist at the end!! Speechless, bravo Kristin!
Kristin Harmel's "The Book of Lost Names" is brilliant and a story that will stick with me for a while. Starting with character development, absolutely top-notch. I could feel the emotions through the pages of every character. Even a character like Eva's mom, who may not act as you'd wish, you can understand why because of Kristin's wonderful writing.
I enjoy historical fiction, especially WWII books, and this unique take from the perspective of a librarian turned forger was fascinating. I didn't know too much about the stolen books either and finding out that this was a real part of history, and German librarians today still have tons of stolen books is mind-blowing.
I couldn't put this book down. Every bit of it was perfect, from the dual timeline, the literary references, and the plot twist at the end!! Speechless, bravo Kristin!