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2.5 stars - I wanted to enjoy this book, but unfortunately it didn’t work for me.
In the Minuscule Mansion of Myra Malone we follow Myra a recluse woman who blogs about a miniature mansion that was gifted to her by her step-grandmother following an unfortunate accident. Myra does not leave her home with the only contact being with her mom and best friend.
Through her blog, Myra meets Alex a man who is intrigued by the dollhouse as it is a replica of the home he grew up in. Together their stories her interwoven; alternating between both the past and present to tell a magical story.
Let’s start with the good- I thought the writing was beautiful, I also found the overall concept to be interesting and somewhat unique. The plot was largely driven by the mystery of the house which I found intriguing; unfortunately this wasn’t enough to keep me invested.
Now the not so good, I found the pacing to be way too drawn out, slow, and a bit confusing as more and more POVs were added.
The relationship between Myra and her grandmother on the surface is beautiful; however, I think the idea that a 5 year old would remember and retain as much “wisdom” from her grandmother is unrealistic; however, it is possible.
Overall while this book did not work for me, I think it would be perfect for someone who enjoys slow paced magical books with the addition of romance. Bonus points if you enjoy miniature homes!
Thank you Berkley publishing for gifting me this book in exchange for an honest review. All idea are my own.
In the Minuscule Mansion of Myra Malone we follow Myra a recluse woman who blogs about a miniature mansion that was gifted to her by her step-grandmother following an unfortunate accident. Myra does not leave her home with the only contact being with her mom and best friend.
Through her blog, Myra meets Alex a man who is intrigued by the dollhouse as it is a replica of the home he grew up in. Together their stories her interwoven; alternating between both the past and present to tell a magical story.
Let’s start with the good- I thought the writing was beautiful, I also found the overall concept to be interesting and somewhat unique. The plot was largely driven by the mystery of the house which I found intriguing; unfortunately this wasn’t enough to keep me invested.
Now the not so good, I found the pacing to be way too drawn out, slow, and a bit confusing as more and more POVs were added.
The relationship between Myra and her grandmother on the surface is beautiful; however, I think the idea that a 5 year old would remember and retain as much “wisdom” from her grandmother is unrealistic; however, it is possible.
Overall while this book did not work for me, I think it would be perfect for someone who enjoys slow paced magical books with the addition of romance. Bonus points if you enjoy miniature homes!
Thank you Berkley publishing for gifting me this book in exchange for an honest review. All idea are my own.
Not at all what I was expecting to read. While I sympathize with everything that the author has experienced and endured, this was a very political book that showed clear bias one way while the author herself claims to be apolitical.
I think she does make some great points especially when discussing performative activism on the side of the left; however, I take issue with the fact that although the same issues can be said of the right, she only draws from examples from the left and compares “woke culture” to the North Korean regime.
For example, she talks about how many people in the helping professions I.e teachers tend to lean left and through this kids are being indoctrinated in schools . Nowhere does she bring up book bans, whitewashed history, and other means of suppression that comes from the right. There are many more example such as this though the book.
Even with that being said, I’m not upset that I read this book as I think the author offers a unique perspective; however, I think the book could have been more balanced, and offered more facts as opposed to anecdotal evidence when explaining key points.
I think she does make some great points especially when discussing performative activism on the side of the left; however, I take issue with the fact that although the same issues can be said of the right, she only draws from examples from the left and compares “woke culture” to the North Korean regime.
For example, she talks about how many people in the helping professions I.e teachers tend to lean left and through this kids are being indoctrinated in schools . Nowhere does she bring up book bans, whitewashed history, and other means of suppression that comes from the right. There are many more example such as this though the book.
Even with that being said, I’m not upset that I read this book as I think the author offers a unique perspective; however, I think the book could have been more balanced, and offered more facts as opposed to anecdotal evidence when explaining key points.
