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Mar 20, 2017cknightkc rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
For lovers of books, book clubs, and family drama, THE BOOK THAT MATTERS MOST was a pleasant enough read if one overlooked its shortcomings, namely a contrived plot, some underdeveloped/frustrating characters, and a sudden ending that relied too heavily on coincidence. The theme of this novel, people’s personal connections to literature, was intriguing, and author Ann Hood’s prose was easy to follow. I came away with a whole new appreciation for the “classics” as well as some titles to add to my “for later shelf”. Although THE BOOK THAT MATTERS MOST didn’t quite live up to my expectations, I could think of worse ways to spend one’s time.