Last Chance Library, The
Sampson, FreyaWhen austerity rears its ugly head and Chalcot Library is for the chop, it is a wake-up call for twenty-eight-year-old library assistant June Jones. Chalcot Library has always been at the centre of her life and its threatened closure forces her out of her sheltered existence and into joining her library patrons in their campaign of resistance.
Quirky characters, an English village, and a library under threat guarantee a heart-warming, light read, and a thought-provoking reminder of the value of libraries and the importance of community.
Pages
322
322
Year
2021
2021
Reviews
08-05-2024
All enjoyed the book but found it a bit "light".
29-04-2024
Well-written. An easy, warm read with very good character development. We could relate to the characters. Everyone enjoyed the book.
22-04-2024
Quick easy read; somewhat predictable, but the majority of us enjoyed it nonetheless. Light and uplifting, but generated some robust discussion about libraries and our shared love of books.
07-03-2024
The majority of our group found this book to be a "delightful" read.
22-02-2024
A lovely summer read.
12-01-2024
This was an easy read. It was so sweet. This could be made into a movie.
30-10-2023
Slow start - light, easy to read. A bit predictable but easy to persevere with.
12-09-2023
Most said it was good light read - a bit predictable.
12-06-2023
Most of our group enjoyed reading this novel. It was an easy read and perhaps a bit light on content. However, here in Napier, our main public library has been in temporary premises for a few years now and planning for a new build is underway, with several of us following developments closely. Having been a secondary school librarian for many years, I could relate to many parts of the book.
07-06-2023
Generally an 'alright' easy read. Predictable. June Jones really annoyed a number of us - bullied by Marjorie, yet even going to her 'hen' do.
08-05-2023
Rather predictable and light. Characters stereotyped and not well developed.