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A review by andshe_reads
The Story Collector by Iris Costello
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Three women's stories from 3 different locations who in their own journeys end up at the same cottage by the cornish seaside. Their stories have been woven together so intricately by the author it makes such a compelling read.
The story itself was intriguing, atmospheric, and heartbreaking at times. However I was truly entranced by each womans life and was truly invested in how each of them were to be connected.
Set between several different timelines the connection isn't revealed into much later in the book and the authors skill kept me guessing for much longer than I expected I would be however I was thoroughly enjoying the story too much to be guessing how it would all piece together.
A beautifully written yet harrowing story of life in the war, tragic loss, community, family and most of all love.
I received this advanced copy courtesy of Netgalley and Penguin Random House. Thank you.
The story itself was intriguing, atmospheric, and heartbreaking at times. However I was truly entranced by each womans life and was truly invested in how each of them were to be connected.
Set between several different timelines the connection isn't revealed into much later in the book and the authors skill kept me guessing for much longer than I expected I would be however I was thoroughly enjoying the story too much to be guessing how it would all piece together.
A beautifully written yet harrowing story of life in the war, tragic loss, community, family and most of all love.
I received this advanced copy courtesy of Netgalley and Penguin Random House. Thank you.