The Secret Book of Flora Lea (by Patti Callahan Henry)

It is rare for me to give a book only 2 stars. But I have to admit that it was just too long and did not get my attention. I was not invested in the story. Because I have enjoyed several books by this author, I was sad that this one did not appeal to me. I found myself struggling not to skim entire chapters or to give up and not finish the book. But I was determined to see it through to the end. I did not feel any attachment to the characters. The story did not provide hints toward the end ... which meant that you knew what was going to happen all the way through the book. That does not provide for a satisfactory read for me personally. And while I might not like the characters or the story line, those are personal preferences. But the errors in the book of terminology that first of all would not have been used in England, but would not have been used in that time period were kind startling. I think a better editor/proofer should have caught these issues so that it is not an embarrassment for the author.

Thank you to NetGalley and Atria Books for my advanced review copy. All opinions and thoughts are my own.

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