A review by craftyemma
The Corner Shop in Cockleberry Bay by Nicola May
adventurous
challenging
emotional
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
After reading and loving the Ferry Lane Market series, I have to confess, I was disappointed in this book, as the blurb on the back makes it sound cosy and lovely, when it is far from it. The opening of a pet shop was cute and little Hot really was quite the star of the novel, so much love for him from most of the characters.
A few of the support characters were likable, but the main ones mostly just wanted to get drunk and sleep around, which isn't what I'm looking for in a novel like this.
Multiple infidelities, drugs and no morals, as well as the language being coarse, I'm afraid this just wasn't for me. Thankfully it was very easy and quick to read, so I did make it to the end. Unfortunately I won't be reading any more in this series after reading the blurb for the next book....
A few of the support characters were likable, but the main ones mostly just wanted to get drunk and sleep around, which isn't what I'm looking for in a novel like this.
Multiple infidelities, drugs and no morals, as well as the language being coarse, I'm afraid this just wasn't for me. Thankfully it was very easy and quick to read, so I did make it to the end. Unfortunately I won't be reading any more in this series after reading the blurb for the next book....