The Book Charmer by Karen HawkinsMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
If you’re looking for a cozy little book with magic, romance, and appealing (if slightly quirky) characters, then Karen Hawkins’s The Book Charmer may very well be for you.
Dove Pond’s local librarian Sarah Dove has a special gift: books speak to her. If the books of Sarah’s library aren’t offering her advice, then they’re suggesting placement with specific members of the community. Sarah often argues with the books when they’re particularly bossy and ignores them on occasion, but they’re wise and persuasive and usually get their way. Recently, the books have been whispering about the arrival of a woman named Grace Wheeler. Dove Pond is in need of a miracle, and according to the books, Grace Wheeler is that miracle.
Grace has moved back to her hometown of Dove Pond along with her niece and foster mother Mama G. Mama G is suffering from Alzheimer’s, and Grace is hoping that living somewhere familiar to Mama G will provide some comfort to her foster mother as the disease progresses. Grace takes a position as the town clerk and soon discovers that the town is suffering from major financial issues. Prompted by the town’s social committee, Grace takes charge of planning the Apple Festival and makes a heroine’s attempt at saving Dove Pond. In turn, the townsfolk (and local biker Travis) offer Grace community support as she struggles with parenting a niece and providing loving care for her foster mother.
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