The Bookshop by the Bay by Pamela Kelley

The Bookshop by the Bay

Pamela Kelley

320 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction contemporary romance emotional reflective medium-paced
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The Bookshop by the Bay is ideal for readers who enjoy heartfelt stories of renewal and connection, blending the comfort of lifelong friendships with the hopeful pursuit of new beginnings in idyllic coastal settings.

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The Bookshop by the Bay is a breezy, escapist beach read from powerhouse bestselling women’s fiction author Pamela Kelley.Two lifelong friends. One bookshop by the beach. And the summer that could change everything.Jess loves her work as a high-pr...

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Community Reviews

3.44
based on 431 reviews

Moods

lighthearted: 82%

hopeful: 52%

relaxing: 42%

emotional: 25%

reflective: 18%

inspiring: 13%

funny: 9%

adventurous: 8%

challenging: 6%

sad: 2%

tense: 1%

Pace

15% of readers chose fast
61% of readers chose medium
22% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

13% of readers chose Plot
41% of readers chose A mix
45% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

64% of readers chose Yes
7% of readers chose Complicated
28% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

72% of readers chose Yes
10% of readers chose Complicated
15% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

10% of readers chose Yes
83% of readers chose No
6% of readers chose N/A
Yes
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

22% of readers chose Yes
12% of readers chose Complicated
62% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

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