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A review by pagesfromhome
The Gown: A Novel of the Royal Wedding by Jennifer Robson
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I loved every second of this. I listened on audio and, while the Canadian accent of the narrator wasn't perfect, hearing this story rather than just reading it was lovely. I love books focused on friendship and what it means to be a friend and this story does exactly that. Normally I can wax poetic about books I loved but honestly, this one took me by surprise. It's so much deeper and more emotional than I expected. I loved Anne and Miriam and following Heather on her journey to discover her family through the well-kept secrets. If you're interested in multi-generational storytelling and multiple POVs, I'd recommend adding this one to your list!
Graphic: Rape and Antisemitism
Moderate: Death and Violence