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A review by jalapenyos
Hotel 21 by Senta Rich
3.0
A good contemporary slow burn that picked up around page 100. I was weary at first but super satisfied by the end. I want more !!!
You definitely need to go in with no expectations to enjoy it — don’t base this novel off being quirky, funny, or romantic. It is simply, a story. A good one! As someone who mostly enjoys comedy/romance, and while this story goes contains it, it is NOT the strength here and that’s A- okay.
I enjoyed Senta Rich’s style of writing and the heavy internal dialogue. she did an awesome job of creating Noelle (awkward, late bloomer, kleptomaniac), and an even better job at creating Phil (who i couldn’t help but to love.)
*Also, this story was very english. As a U.S. reader, it is definitely different in terms of common-culture so i feel like i learned a bit.
My favorite part of this novel is that each woman had their own story PRIOR to the novel. They’re pre-established and flawed and the MC can’t fix it. it’s so refreshing!! I also love the grace Noelle considers about her mother despite the abuse. it’s something to think about.
You definitely need to go in with no expectations to enjoy it — don’t base this novel off being quirky, funny, or romantic. It is simply, a story. A good one! As someone who mostly enjoys comedy/romance, and while this story goes contains it, it is NOT the strength here and that’s A- okay.
I enjoyed Senta Rich’s style of writing and the heavy internal dialogue. she did an awesome job of creating Noelle (awkward, late bloomer, kleptomaniac), and an even better job at creating Phil (who i couldn’t help but to love.)
*Also, this story was very english. As a U.S. reader, it is definitely different in terms of common-culture so i feel like i learned a bit.
My favorite part of this novel is that each woman had their own story PRIOR to the novel. They’re pre-established and flawed and the MC can’t fix it. it’s so refreshing!! I also love the grace Noelle considers about her mother despite the abuse. it’s something to think about.