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sarai0410 's review for:
The Fellowship of Puzzlemakers
by Samuel Burr
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Like a warm hug from your grandparents (the ones you like) - The Fellowship of Puzzlemakers is a heartwarming, cozy read about not just finding answers, but finding yourself along the way. The characters were charming, unique, and made me miss my grandma in the best way. While this has a mystery element, do not go into it expecting fast-paced, hard hitting clues and discoveries - instead, this is much more a gentle exploration of the characters, where you'll probably guess the mystery before the ending, but not in a disappointing way.
The dual-POV between Clayton and Pippa was done so well - multiple POVs (especially with dual-timelines) can be challenging, usually leaving the reader wanting more of one than the other - but this was not the case here thankfully. I enjoyed both POVs and timelines immensely and I think really opened up the story and characters.
The one thing I wish we got to see was more of was Clayton growing up and his interactions with the residents/members of the Fellowship. I absolutely adored the small bits we got to see between him and Earl and I found myself wanting more of that.
The dual-POV between Clayton and Pippa was done so well - multiple POVs (especially with dual-timelines) can be challenging, usually leaving the reader wanting more of one than the other - but this was not the case here thankfully. I enjoyed both POVs and timelines immensely and I think really opened up the story and characters.
The one thing I wish we got to see was more of was Clayton growing up and his interactions with the residents/members of the Fellowship. I absolutely adored the small bits we got to see between him and Earl and I found myself wanting more of that.
The magic was always in the solving, never in the solution.
That it's never too late Clayton, to find the missing pieces that make you feel complete. That there's nothing more important in life than pursuing that things you're hungry for, before it's too late.