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The Switch by Beth O'Leary
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it was amazing

I can say it is my best feel-good read of the year as of now. The story is quite simple, a grandmother and granddaughter switch lives for two months.

The characters were great with much depth and personality. I was more interested in Eileen even though I liked Leena too. She was just the best grandma, adorable, joyful, funny and full of energy. I was totally Eileened on that part.

It does tackle grief since Leena’s sister died of cancer and some repressed emotions needs to be addressed in the family. If you are looking for a incredible plot packed with twists and turns… dont hold your breath. It was more about finding oneself and making meaningful relationship in a community, the romance was more secondary for me. (It was not why I enjoyed it the most).

If you’re looking for a light read, full of warmth, charm and fun moments you’ll have a blast, I know I did.

4.5 ⭐️
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Reading Progress

July 19, 2020 – Shelved
July 19, 2020 – Shelved as: to-read
June 9, 2022 – Started Reading
June 9, 2022 –
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June 10, 2022 –
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June 11, 2022 – Finished Reading

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message 1: by Sofia (new) - added it

Sofia Arcângelo Great review! I can't wait to read this book.


Jenny Thanks! Hope you’ll enjoy it ! 😊


message 3: by Kat (new) - rated it 5 stars

Kat Lovely review, Jenny! The audiobook was a delight as well. :)


Jenny Thanks Kat. That what Ive read yes. ☺️


message 5: by Holly (new)

Holly  B ( short hiatus for vacay) Sounds like a wonderful, lighter read!


Tina A wonderful review Jenny! I loved it too as it was light and heartwarming even with some of the heavier aspects.


Jenny Hi Holly, yes it was!


Jenny Thank you Tina. It was. 🥺


Sujoya - theoverbookedbibliophile Wonderful review, Jenny! 😊


Jenny Thank you Sujoya. 😊


Jennifer (Jaye) (checking back in slowly, having a challenging time) Fabulous review Jenny, so glad you enjoyed it 💖💖💖


Jenny Thanks Jennifer! It was excellent. 🥰


Margaret M - (having a challenging time and on GR as much as I can) Wonderful review Jenny 💖


Jenny Thank you Margaret. 😊


Sandysbookaday Excellent review Jenny. ❤📚


Jenny Thank you!


Meredith (Trying to catch up!) Fabulous review, Jenny! I still need to read this. I am glad you enjoyed!


Jenny It was so good! Hope you like it Meredith!


L. Soper Great review, Jenny! This one wasn't my favorite, but that had more to do with the timing of when I read it rather than the book itself. Just wasn't what I was looking for at the time. I'll have to go back and try again in the future. I'm really glad that you enjoyed it though 😊


Jenny Thank you! Sometimes the timing is just not right. Do you have a fav from this author ?


Jenny Kittythecat. Im sorry what ? 😅


L. Soper Jenny, if you haven't read The Flatshare, it's really good! It has a slow-burn romance that I just adored! I really do enjoy Beth O'Leary's writing!


Jenny Omg I know Ive heard good things about it and its on my TBR. Im going on vacay soon and I think ill take this one along with the others.


L. Soper Definitely! I hope you enjoy it! ☺️


Jenny Thank you. 🤗


SK (Back for good this time? We'll see) Ahh this sounds like a fun concept. Gives the same vibes as the movie Freaky Friday


Jenny It is ! Such a cute read. Ive never seen the movie ill try to check it out.


Kristine Jenny, glad you enjoyed this one so much. Great to see the 5 🌟 Nice, has warmth and charm.


Jenny Not quite a 5 stars, more like 4.5 ⭐️because I wouldnt re-read it but it was one of my most enjoyable read of the year.


Donna Weber ( Recuperating from Surgery) Great review, Jenny! I really enjoyed it and it definitely touched my heart! Glad you liked it too!


Jenny Thanks Donna. 🤍


message 32: by Nilguen (new)

Nilguen Wonderful review, Jenny! 💚


Jenny Thank you Nilguen.😊


message 34: by Lisa (new) - rated it 5 stars

Lisa So glad you loved this as much as I did great review Jenny. ❤️


Jenny Thank you Lisa. It was an awesome read. 🤍


message 36: by Kay (new) - rated it 4 stars

Kay Wonderful Jenny. I love Eileen too!!🥰


Jenny Thank you Kay!


message 38: by Canadian Jen (new)

Canadian Jen Feel good ones are always great! Glad it was a good one for you, Jenny!


Jenny Thanks Jen. Indeed. 🤗


message 40: by Meghhnaa (new)

Meghhnaa  (On a Review-Writing Break!) A loveyl review, Jenny! <3


Jenny Thank you Meghna. ☺️


Ellie Spencer (catching up from hiatus) I am so glad you enjoyed this one too Jenny, it is such a feel good read whilst also covering some difficult topics! Wonderful review! 🧡


Jenny Thank you Ellie. It was such a good read im happy you loved it too. 🤍


Persephone's Pomegranate Lovely review, Jenny.


Jenny Thank you PP. 💕


message 46: by Srivalli (new) - added it

Srivalli Rekha Sounds heartwarming. Lovely review, Jenny. :)


Jenny It was ! Thank you Srivalli. 💕


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