It’s a light and enjoyable read, perfect for passing the time during breaks. However, it didn’t captivate me enough to spend an entire day on it. After a few chapters, I found myself getting quite bored. In other words, it’s a good choice for short-term reading, but that’s about it.
Even though there are moments where the protagonist faces serious threats, such as being threatened with death, I didn’t feel any real anxiety or concern. The characters lacked depth, making it hard for me to empathize with them, except for when that darn Lenox cheater keeps denying his infidelity. , I couldn’t fully immerse myself in the story due to the lack of character development.
The premise of the story is quite fresh. The protagonist’s fond memories of a stationery store inspire her to open one herself, and her unique offerings stand out in that era.
If you’re looking for deep romantic tension between the characters, this might not be the book for you. Instead, it’s more about enjoying the interactions with the cute kids, which is exactly what I did.