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I loved everything about “City of Books” by Author Nicole Meier. Nicole Meier is a master storyteller and in this well written novel, I can only picture myself visiting a bookstore for a few days! Can you imagine the treasure of literature, the smell of books and selection? In this captivating, thought-provoking and intriguing novel, the author brings to life the importance of books and friends. The genres for this novel are Friendship Fiction, Contemporary Literature, and Fiction. I appreciate how the author discusses the importance of bookstores, books, friendships, and having the courage and conviction to work together to continue to have these.
The Author lovingly and vividly writes about Bruebakers Books, a bookstore that has been in the community for years. When Mr. Bruebaker, the original owner gets ill, his family and others want to sell it. The protagonist Jo Waterstone has the special ability to match readers with books they will enjoy. Working in the bookstore gives Jo a sense of purpose as well as a job. The family isn’t allowing Mr. Bruebaker to make decisions, and they are firm in what they would like.
Jo and several other workers decide that they will live and stay in the bookstore and try to keep Mr. Bruebaker’s legacy and the community institution alive. These workers become friends, and much like a family. There are twists and turns and unexpected problems that arise. I would highly recommend this memorable and wonderful book.
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