R E K. (bigstone) - , reviewed on 11/3/2021 + 1451 more book reviews

When Nina Redmond loses her perfect job in the city library, she is at first devastated. Moving from the city, she finds a quiet little village in the Scottish Highlands. This is a place that needs a library so Nina buys a van to convert into a mobile library and take books to people in their own neighborhoods. Thus. she changes one life after another through the power of storytelling, watching people of all ages reading, reading, reading. Nina is shy and quiet until it comes to choosing books. Because her passion is finding perfect books for people she finds contentment here.
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As Nina adapts to life in a rural environment she helps many patrons including her grumpy landlord who needs help delivering a lamb. She enjoys picnics with a train conductor who reads her poetry. With each new person, Nina discovers adventure and magic in the tiny village that she is begins to call home.

This heartwarming read gives those who choose it a lighthearted look at life with books. Not everything goes smoothly for Nina but there are numerous experiences that make one smile and, when you love books like Nina, you understand what motivates her. Many characters of different backgrounds combine with a little romance. Nothing much is written about Nina's appearance but more than one man finds her attractive and she may find a happy ending for herself. Do pick up this fun read because it will lighten your heart.

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