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The Little Barn of Dreams
Can two dreamers find love in the real world?
When quirky bookworm Florence Danver loses her job, she knows it's time to make some serious changes. Nanna Margot encourages Flo to spend a week at Camp Calla Lily, where she hasn't been since she lost her parents. Her return is filled with bittersweet memories... until she meets Jo Hadlee.
Soon enough, Flo and fellow dreamer Jo are inseparable as they connect over books and build castles in the air. But when Jo leaves suddenly for his job in London, the fantasy bubble bursts and real-life comes roaring back in.
For Florence to turn her fairy-tale summer into a happily-ever-after, she'll have to dive head-first into real life and all its chaos.
When quirky bookworm Florence Danver loses her job, she knows it's time to make some serious changes. Nanna Margot encourages Flo to spend a week at Camp Calla Lily, where she hasn't been since she lost her parents. Her return is filled with bittersweet memories... until she meets Jo Hadlee.
Soon enough, Flo and fellow dreamer Jo are inseparable as they connect over books and build castles in the air. But when Jo leaves suddenly for his job in London, the fantasy bubble bursts and real-life comes roaring back in.
For Florence to turn her fairy-tale summer into a happily-ever-after, she'll have to dive head-first into real life and all its chaos.
- GenresRomanceContemporary
316 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 8, 2021
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April 17, 2022
This the the perfect book for anyone that has ever preferred living in fictional worlds of books rather than the real world. Or for those of us who have vivid imaginations.
As if either of those statements struck a chord with you, then you will most likely be able to relate to Florence. She much prefers the company of people in her books to real life, and struggles to trust anyone. She has a habit of drifting off into daydreams, and also enacting accents of various characters when uncomfortable.
She's a wonderfully quirky character who I'd love to meet in real life. and as much as I enjoyed our initial introduction to Florence, it was once she was at Camp Calla Lilly that that book took on another dimension in part due to meeting Jo.
All I'll say is it was a delight any time Jo and Florence were on the same page together.
In fact the whole novel is truly delightful and I enjoyed myself immensely whizzing through the pages unable to turn them fast enough.
Another joy to read from Lucy Knott.
Thank you to Aria and Netgalley for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
As if either of those statements struck a chord with you, then you will most likely be able to relate to Florence. She much prefers the company of people in her books to real life, and struggles to trust anyone. She has a habit of drifting off into daydreams, and also enacting accents of various characters when uncomfortable.
She's a wonderfully quirky character who I'd love to meet in real life. and as much as I enjoyed our initial introduction to Florence, it was once she was at Camp Calla Lilly that that book took on another dimension in part due to meeting Jo.
All I'll say is it was a delight any time Jo and Florence were on the same page together.
In fact the whole novel is truly delightful and I enjoyed myself immensely whizzing through the pages unable to turn them fast enough.
Another joy to read from Lucy Knott.
Thank you to Aria and Netgalley for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
July 29, 2021
A bookworm's dream romance!
I've loved Lucy's writing since reading her first book. She writes with such heart and emotion that I'm incapable of putting her books down once I get started! Her characters are always kind and sweet - the perfect best friend's on the page.
Florence was a wonderful, quirky, day-dreamy character and the settings Lucy created were a bookworm's dream. Who wouldn't want a little hut to sit and read in and a handsome, equally quirky hero to bring you tea?! Throw in a good amount of romantic tension and you've got yourself a great summer read.
This was another fantastic, uplifting and wonderfully dreamy read from Lucy and I can't wait to see what she brings us next.
I've loved Lucy's writing since reading her first book. She writes with such heart and emotion that I'm incapable of putting her books down once I get started! Her characters are always kind and sweet - the perfect best friend's on the page.
Florence was a wonderful, quirky, day-dreamy character and the settings Lucy created were a bookworm's dream. Who wouldn't want a little hut to sit and read in and a handsome, equally quirky hero to bring you tea?! Throw in a good amount of romantic tension and you've got yourself a great summer read.
This was another fantastic, uplifting and wonderfully dreamy read from Lucy and I can't wait to see what she brings us next.
August 17, 2021
This book follows Florence, a woman who loves to read and daydream. And whilst I found her character a little hard to get used, I enjoyed her quirkiness and the bond she haw with her grandmother and friends. I also found the romance quite different than what I’m used to with Jo being quite different from the love interests I usually read about.
I think my biggest problem with this book was the writing because it does not go with the present setting of the book. Whilst I understand that the author tried to immerse the reader in the world of books and literature, I still found it quiet difficult to get used to. Nevertheless, if you are someone that enjoys historical fiction, and particularly Little Women, this book might be for you because it does have quite a few references to the book.
Thank you to Net Galley and the Publisher for a digital copy!
I think my biggest problem with this book was the writing because it does not go with the present setting of the book. Whilst I understand that the author tried to immerse the reader in the world of books and literature, I still found it quiet difficult to get used to. Nevertheless, if you are someone that enjoys historical fiction, and particularly Little Women, this book might be for you because it does have quite a few references to the book.
Thank you to Net Galley and the Publisher for a digital copy!
July 11, 2021
What an absolute smasher of a summer read! Take all the nostalgia of a perfect childhood summer holiday, add a couple of unique and quirky characters, a pinch of tension, a handful of literary references, lashings of potential and you have a shimmering cocktail of delight.
What I truly loved most about The Little Barn Of Dreams was how Florence is not your typical leading lady, she's clumsy, bookish, introverted, sensitive and gets lost in elaborate daydreaming, yet her defences are high and she carries a lot of trauma; this made her captivating and so interesting to read, to see what lies beneath the surface and what could make a difference to help her find her happiness again.
The psychotherapy link between trauma and the lasting impact on our interactions with the world and daydreaming was a really good hook and I think for anyone who spent time, as a child or adult, living in a dream world or with a. cast of imaginary characters as comfort, this is a book that speaks to that inner child; encouraging us all to be that little bit kinder, be your true self and nurture creative self-expression.
I don't want to give too much away but there is a café featured in this book that is my absolute dream of a place and I adored the characters that work here, I'm hoping they will have their own story coming at some point as there's certainly a lot there to explore.
An all-round adorable read to enjoy right as we need a little bit of escapism & hope!!
I received a copy via Netgalley from the publisher, all opinions are my own.
What I truly loved most about The Little Barn Of Dreams was how Florence is not your typical leading lady, she's clumsy, bookish, introverted, sensitive and gets lost in elaborate daydreaming, yet her defences are high and she carries a lot of trauma; this made her captivating and so interesting to read, to see what lies beneath the surface and what could make a difference to help her find her happiness again.
The psychotherapy link between trauma and the lasting impact on our interactions with the world and daydreaming was a really good hook and I think for anyone who spent time, as a child or adult, living in a dream world or with a. cast of imaginary characters as comfort, this is a book that speaks to that inner child; encouraging us all to be that little bit kinder, be your true self and nurture creative self-expression.
I don't want to give too much away but there is a café featured in this book that is my absolute dream of a place and I adored the characters that work here, I'm hoping they will have their own story coming at some point as there's certainly a lot there to explore.
An all-round adorable read to enjoy right as we need a little bit of escapism & hope!!
I received a copy via Netgalley from the publisher, all opinions are my own.
August 17, 2021
Lucy Knott is a lovely writer, her books are always a great escape into feel good fiction. I always enjoy picking up her books to read.
Flo is quite a character, she’s a daydreamer who gets lost in fictional worlds of her own creation. She likes to hide from the modern world and would rather conjure up excitement of her own. As happy as this makes her, it does tend to get in the way; not only of her work and friendships but it allows her to ignore the past and what happened when she was young.
Going back to where everything changed, Flo has her eyes opened. She meets Jo, a kindred spirit, and a fantastic friendship starts to blossom. It isn’t necessarily plain sailing though; their friendship is tested in various ways but it’s great to see how they both navigate these issues and move on.
I loved how the friendship between Jo and Flo developed, as they shared their love of books, writing and dreams. The new friendship isn’t without difficulties, but I enjoyed watching this relationship evolve, and seeing how Flo and Jo worked out what was important to them.
I think some people may struggle with the literary overload perhaps, and there were times I wanted to tell Flo to snap out of it myself but it is a cute read and very entertaining. Another great read from this author, I will look forward to the next!
Flo is quite a character, she’s a daydreamer who gets lost in fictional worlds of her own creation. She likes to hide from the modern world and would rather conjure up excitement of her own. As happy as this makes her, it does tend to get in the way; not only of her work and friendships but it allows her to ignore the past and what happened when she was young.
Going back to where everything changed, Flo has her eyes opened. She meets Jo, a kindred spirit, and a fantastic friendship starts to blossom. It isn’t necessarily plain sailing though; their friendship is tested in various ways but it’s great to see how they both navigate these issues and move on.
I loved how the friendship between Jo and Flo developed, as they shared their love of books, writing and dreams. The new friendship isn’t without difficulties, but I enjoyed watching this relationship evolve, and seeing how Flo and Jo worked out what was important to them.
I think some people may struggle with the literary overload perhaps, and there were times I wanted to tell Flo to snap out of it myself but it is a cute read and very entertaining. Another great read from this author, I will look forward to the next!
May 20, 2022
✨ REVIEW: The Little Barn of Dreams by Lucy Knott ✨
Florence is a quirky character who much prefers the company of her books and fictional characters. With a habit of drifting into daydreams when real life gets uncomfortable. Once at Camp Calla Lilly, the true Florence emerges after meeting Jo 🕊
This book is the perfect read for anyone who loves to escape reality, who loves romance, and love to daydream on a daily basis to get away from real life momentarily. I absolutely loved reading this book and escaping to the life of Florence. A very well written story by Lucy Knott 🕊🤍
Florence is a quirky character who much prefers the company of her books and fictional characters. With a habit of drifting into daydreams when real life gets uncomfortable. Once at Camp Calla Lilly, the true Florence emerges after meeting Jo 🕊
This book is the perfect read for anyone who loves to escape reality, who loves romance, and love to daydream on a daily basis to get away from real life momentarily. I absolutely loved reading this book and escaping to the life of Florence. A very well written story by Lucy Knott 🕊🤍
July 7, 2021
After reading some harrowing historical fiction books, I needed to escape into a feel good book and this was an excellent choice.
Flo is a daydreamer, who escapes into fairytale worlds and shuns the modern world. She doesn’t have a mobile phone or understand social media but she can conjure up dragons and knights in her imagination. However this is getting in the way of her living her best life and stopping her from facing up to the past.
I loved how the friendship between Jo and Flo developed, as they shared their love of books, writing and dreams. The new friendship isn’t without difficulties, but I enjoyed watching this relationship evolve, and seeing how Flo and Jo worked out what was important to them.
Another lovely book by Lucy Knott I’m happy to recommend. I also need to find my childhood copies of Little Women and Jo’s Boys after being inspired to read them again.
Flo is a daydreamer, who escapes into fairytale worlds and shuns the modern world. She doesn’t have a mobile phone or understand social media but she can conjure up dragons and knights in her imagination. However this is getting in the way of her living her best life and stopping her from facing up to the past.
I loved how the friendship between Jo and Flo developed, as they shared their love of books, writing and dreams. The new friendship isn’t without difficulties, but I enjoyed watching this relationship evolve, and seeing how Flo and Jo worked out what was important to them.
Another lovely book by Lucy Knott I’m happy to recommend. I also need to find my childhood copies of Little Women and Jo’s Boys after being inspired to read them again.
August 6, 2021
Thank you to Netgalley and Aria or Arie books for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review, all thoughts are my own.
We are introduced to bookish Florence, she is a day dreamer trying to do anything to escape the real world. Brought up by her loving Nanna we realise she has become the way she has because of trauma as a child when her parents were killed in an accident. Determined to make her Granddaughter live a full life her Nanna books Florence a holiday to Camp Calla Lily, the last place she wants to go as it was the last holiday she had with her parents. When she gets there se meets the charming George and his Grandson Jo. The friendship and romance starts to blossom and Florence starts living in the present.
I did like this book and Florence and her Nana relationship was lovely. But I really struggled with the writing, I kept having to remind myself that I was reading a book set in the present and not a historical fiction book, the language just threw me. I know lots of bookish people but they don't speak in dialogue like Elizabeth Bennett in every conversation.
I would read other books by the author but this particular one was just not for me.
We are introduced to bookish Florence, she is a day dreamer trying to do anything to escape the real world. Brought up by her loving Nanna we realise she has become the way she has because of trauma as a child when her parents were killed in an accident. Determined to make her Granddaughter live a full life her Nanna books Florence a holiday to Camp Calla Lily, the last place she wants to go as it was the last holiday she had with her parents. When she gets there se meets the charming George and his Grandson Jo. The friendship and romance starts to blossom and Florence starts living in the present.
I did like this book and Florence and her Nana relationship was lovely. But I really struggled with the writing, I kept having to remind myself that I was reading a book set in the present and not a historical fiction book, the language just threw me. I know lots of bookish people but they don't speak in dialogue like Elizabeth Bennett in every conversation.
I would read other books by the author but this particular one was just not for me.
July 8, 2021
2.5 Stars
While this was a cute little romance, it was also rather annoying. Florence is just over-the-top whimsical and eccentric with her constant escapist fantasy moments.
I want to give her a little bit of a pass in that she had a very traumatic experience in her childhood, but she’s cloistered her mind and life so much as a result that it’s amazing that she was able to hold down a job at all.
I also question how, on her very first morning at the camp, Jo is outside her door and already flirting before they’ve even said hello. It’s a little too sudden.
The camp itself sounds fabulous—I would totally spend a week there!
Florence’s nan, Margot, is sweet, but a bit of an enabler. I love how she comes into her own at the end of the book.
Florence makes some interesting friends and definitely grows as the book progresses. It’s good to see her re-enter reality and become a stronger—and less obnoxious to the reader!—person.
Possible Objectionable Material:
Florence herself is such an innocent, there’s not much here. Recounting the trauma in her past could upset sensitive readers. There might have been some mild cursing. Some characters aren’t entirely truthful.
Who Might Like This Book:
Anyone who likes a clean romance and doesn’t mind a sometimes annoying protagonist. Easily appropriate for teens.
Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.
Also reviewed at http://biblioquacious.blogspot.com/20...
While this was a cute little romance, it was also rather annoying. Florence is just over-the-top whimsical and eccentric with her constant escapist fantasy moments.
I want to give her a little bit of a pass in that she had a very traumatic experience in her childhood, but she’s cloistered her mind and life so much as a result that it’s amazing that she was able to hold down a job at all.
I also question how, on her very first morning at the camp, Jo is outside her door and already flirting before they’ve even said hello. It’s a little too sudden.
The camp itself sounds fabulous—I would totally spend a week there!
Florence’s nan, Margot, is sweet, but a bit of an enabler. I love how she comes into her own at the end of the book.
Florence makes some interesting friends and definitely grows as the book progresses. It’s good to see her re-enter reality and become a stronger—and less obnoxious to the reader!—person.
Possible Objectionable Material:
Florence herself is such an innocent, there’s not much here. Recounting the trauma in her past could upset sensitive readers. There might have been some mild cursing. Some characters aren’t entirely truthful.
Who Might Like This Book:
Anyone who likes a clean romance and doesn’t mind a sometimes annoying protagonist. Easily appropriate for teens.
Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.
Also reviewed at http://biblioquacious.blogspot.com/20...
July 7, 2021
There's quirky, and then there's just plain weird! The main character, Florence is definitely quirky, but the story, for me, just became a bit too strange and odd. Sorry to say that I did not enjoy this book.
September 2, 2021
Having read all of Lucy's books so far, and loved every single one, I'd say this book is the most... Lucy so far! While Lucy always puts all of herself into her books as much as she possibly can, this one you can really tell comes right from the depths of her imagination, heart and soul.
Florence is an amazing, lovely and sweet character that you just want to wrap up in cottom wool at the start, which is entirely the point. She starts out so fragile and, in some ways, broken that you want to protect her. But, as we all do, Florence has to work to strengthen and fix herself with the support of those that love her the most.
There's so much that's relateable about Florence - a daydreamer, stuck in a solid, if uninspiring job, and with an aversion to relationships and a best friend determined to set them up. We've all been there at some point, I think. Rather than deal with the real world - and who can blame her - Florence only wants to dive into the world of her books, and we all have worlds that we love to escape into to get away from the reality of life - be they books, films, comic books or video games.
But, at some point, we all need to face the world and show it what we're made of, and that is Florence's story. With a bit of a push out the door from her beloved Nanna, Florence returns to her childhood holiday destination of Camp Calla Lily - a place of both wonderful and heartbreaking memories. But Florence gets much more than a holiday when she arrives a Calla Lily when she meets the enigmatic Jo, and nothing is quite the same for her again.
Lucy has done a wonderful job creating Camp Calla Lilly and from the moment I started reading about it I was wishing it were real. But what I loved the most was the meta way that Lucy referred to books and stories and how they play out within her own book. Plus, I have just ordered myself a copy of 'Little Women' due to all the references to it throughout the book, and I realised I've never read it and now I simply must!
Quite simply, Lucy has done it again with another wonderful book full of vibrant characters and places that you can't help but fall in love with, and I wish I were at Camp Calla Lily right now, curled up in a hut with a book... or five.
Florence is an amazing, lovely and sweet character that you just want to wrap up in cottom wool at the start, which is entirely the point. She starts out so fragile and, in some ways, broken that you want to protect her. But, as we all do, Florence has to work to strengthen and fix herself with the support of those that love her the most.
There's so much that's relateable about Florence - a daydreamer, stuck in a solid, if uninspiring job, and with an aversion to relationships and a best friend determined to set them up. We've all been there at some point, I think. Rather than deal with the real world - and who can blame her - Florence only wants to dive into the world of her books, and we all have worlds that we love to escape into to get away from the reality of life - be they books, films, comic books or video games.
But, at some point, we all need to face the world and show it what we're made of, and that is Florence's story. With a bit of a push out the door from her beloved Nanna, Florence returns to her childhood holiday destination of Camp Calla Lily - a place of both wonderful and heartbreaking memories. But Florence gets much more than a holiday when she arrives a Calla Lily when she meets the enigmatic Jo, and nothing is quite the same for her again.
Lucy has done a wonderful job creating Camp Calla Lilly and from the moment I started reading about it I was wishing it were real. But what I loved the most was the meta way that Lucy referred to books and stories and how they play out within her own book. Plus, I have just ordered myself a copy of 'Little Women' due to all the references to it throughout the book, and I realised I've never read it and now I simply must!
Quite simply, Lucy has done it again with another wonderful book full of vibrant characters and places that you can't help but fall in love with, and I wish I were at Camp Calla Lily right now, curled up in a hut with a book... or five.
July 7, 2021
The Little Barn of Dreams - Lucy Knott
I received an advance review copy for free thanks to NetGalley and Aria & Aries and I am leaving this review voluntarily
Can two dreamers find love in the real world?
When quirky bookworm Florence Danver loses her job, she knows it's time to make some serious changes. Nanna Margot encourages Flo to spend a week at Camp Calla Lily, where she hasn't been since she lost her parents. Her return is filled with bittersweet memories... until she meets Jo Hadlee.
Soon enough, Flo and fellow dreamer Jo are inseparable as they connect over books and build castles in the air. But when Jo leaves suddenly for his job in London, the fantasy bubble bursts and real-life comes roaring back in.
For Florence to turn her fairy-tale summer into a happily-ever-after, she'll have to dive head-first into real life and all its chaos.
I found this to be a very enjoyable read and read the majority of the book in one sitting. As a book blogger, I totally connected with Florence, the bookworm who can quite happily get lost in a book.
This is the first book I have read by Lucy, but it left me with a warm and cosy feeling so she is definitely an author I will be on the look out for future releases. A quick and easy read that I would definitely recommend for an escape from reality.
Rating 4/5
I received an advance review copy for free thanks to NetGalley and Aria & Aries and I am leaving this review voluntarily
Can two dreamers find love in the real world?
When quirky bookworm Florence Danver loses her job, she knows it's time to make some serious changes. Nanna Margot encourages Flo to spend a week at Camp Calla Lily, where she hasn't been since she lost her parents. Her return is filled with bittersweet memories... until she meets Jo Hadlee.
Soon enough, Flo and fellow dreamer Jo are inseparable as they connect over books and build castles in the air. But when Jo leaves suddenly for his job in London, the fantasy bubble bursts and real-life comes roaring back in.
For Florence to turn her fairy-tale summer into a happily-ever-after, she'll have to dive head-first into real life and all its chaos.
I found this to be a very enjoyable read and read the majority of the book in one sitting. As a book blogger, I totally connected with Florence, the bookworm who can quite happily get lost in a book.
This is the first book I have read by Lucy, but it left me with a warm and cosy feeling so she is definitely an author I will be on the look out for future releases. A quick and easy read that I would definitely recommend for an escape from reality.
Rating 4/5
July 11, 2021
💕The use of imagination and playfulness in this book is what makes it so wonderful. Capturing our inner childishness, the author has thrown off any thought of what is expected of an adult and encouraged the dreamers to be released. The story is described as 'whimsical' and that is a perfect word to use.
The tale follows the life of a family who were torn apart by a tragic event. It uncovers the reason behind it's main character's need to run from the real world. Florence is considered 'different' and finds it hard to fit in, but she still believes in magic and hopes that one day, she will find somewhere to belong. When she trusts her Nanna's advice and takes a trip back in time, she meets Jo. Can he help her to overcome her shyness and bloom?
Jo and Florence are unique, book-loving adventurers who find their happiness in daydreams and escapism. Who amongst us hasn't wanted to return to our carefree childhood adventures, fighting sea monsters and slaying dragons or imagine ourselves as Princesses and Princes, Pirates and Wizards? This book allows all of those dreams to come true.
This book is different from the author's other stories, but nonetheless wonderful and an absolute joy to read, which makes it worthy of a 5⭐️review.
The tale follows the life of a family who were torn apart by a tragic event. It uncovers the reason behind it's main character's need to run from the real world. Florence is considered 'different' and finds it hard to fit in, but she still believes in magic and hopes that one day, she will find somewhere to belong. When she trusts her Nanna's advice and takes a trip back in time, she meets Jo. Can he help her to overcome her shyness and bloom?
Jo and Florence are unique, book-loving adventurers who find their happiness in daydreams and escapism. Who amongst us hasn't wanted to return to our carefree childhood adventures, fighting sea monsters and slaying dragons or imagine ourselves as Princesses and Princes, Pirates and Wizards? This book allows all of those dreams to come true.
This book is different from the author's other stories, but nonetheless wonderful and an absolute joy to read, which makes it worthy of a 5⭐️review.
July 31, 2021
The Little Barn of Dreams, by Lucy Knott, was a quick summer read featuring Florence, a daydreamer and book fanatic, as she navigates Camp Calla-Lilly, childhood trauma and of course the romance between her and Jo. Florence attempts to avoid the modern world at all costs; forget phones and social media here! When she is sacked from her boring desk job, her Nanna encourages her to revisit a childhood holiday spot, however there is much trauma here, which she pushes through, finding so much more than she'd expected.
The romance with Jo was fairly predictable, however sweet, and I enjoyed their story as they grew closer and Florence lowered her defenses. Jo is another dreamer and writer, attempting to make a living through his creativity, however is on a break at the Camp, and helping out his Grandfather (who owns it). Also the quote "you are the chapters I never want to stop writing, the book I never want to stop reading" is so adorable!!
Overall, The Little Barn of Dreams was enjoyable as a light romance, although a bit slow at times.
*I was given this book in return for an honest review, via NetGalley from the publisher*
The romance with Jo was fairly predictable, however sweet, and I enjoyed their story as they grew closer and Florence lowered her defenses. Jo is another dreamer and writer, attempting to make a living through his creativity, however is on a break at the Camp, and helping out his Grandfather (who owns it). Also the quote "you are the chapters I never want to stop writing, the book I never want to stop reading" is so adorable!!
Overall, The Little Barn of Dreams was enjoyable as a light romance, although a bit slow at times.
*I was given this book in return for an honest review, via NetGalley from the publisher*
September 4, 2021
This was a cute, very clean, romance. The writing made the story a bit difficult to get into. The style, including the dialogue was maybe just overly formal. The main character is very likeable, but it took some time to get used to her. She must be in her early thirties, but acts much younger. The way she daydreams, prances around, and imagines things like a child are a bit much at first. After finding out about her family history, I almost wonder if it’s PTSD causing some of her behavior. Either way, it’s nice to read about her meeting someone so perfect for her. Also, it was fun reading about the camp in the story. It makes me want to find a similar place to visit.
Overall, even though the writing style wasn’t my favorite, I still enjoyed the romance in the story.
Thank you to NetGalley and Aria & Aries for providing me access to this eARC for my honest opinion!
Overall, even though the writing style wasn’t my favorite, I still enjoyed the romance in the story.
Thank you to NetGalley and Aria & Aries for providing me access to this eARC for my honest opinion!
August 9, 2021
Love a Lucy Knott book!! Warm and lovely, this is a real treat for all book lovers, and dreamers.
Florence lives in a different world to her work and life, but when she loses her job, and has another disastrous blind date set up by her well meaning friend, her grandmother sends her off on a holiday which could give her the break she needs, and perhaps face up to what happened in her childhood.
From daydreaming to reading the classics, the references are all there. Can you bring your dreams to life? Or are they just a necessary escape!?
The characters and their history are brilliantly interwoven. The holiday camp, bookshops and coffee shops all sound inviting and well worth a visit!
Loved this book! Brilliant!
Thanks to NetGalley and Aria for the early read.
Florence lives in a different world to her work and life, but when she loses her job, and has another disastrous blind date set up by her well meaning friend, her grandmother sends her off on a holiday which could give her the break she needs, and perhaps face up to what happened in her childhood.
From daydreaming to reading the classics, the references are all there. Can you bring your dreams to life? Or are they just a necessary escape!?
The characters and their history are brilliantly interwoven. The holiday camp, bookshops and coffee shops all sound inviting and well worth a visit!
Loved this book! Brilliant!
Thanks to NetGalley and Aria for the early read.
July 17, 2023
An absolute joy!
The Little Barn of Dreams is like a little dream in your hand, full of quirky adorable characters, and a brighter-than-the-sunshine story which will give you all the happy feels.
It seems way too long since I have picked up a book by Lucy Knott, I have loved everyone I have read by her, she has a beautiful way of transporting the reader away from the stresses of the day with her enchanting writing which is always so full of love and heart, and this book is no different!
It's sweet and cosy, like a big comforting hug, with a real focus on love, friendship and daydreams - plus an idyllic setting, gorgeous hero and heartwarming story.
It's the perfect summery read - go and grab a copy!
The Little Barn of Dreams is like a little dream in your hand, full of quirky adorable characters, and a brighter-than-the-sunshine story which will give you all the happy feels.
It seems way too long since I have picked up a book by Lucy Knott, I have loved everyone I have read by her, she has a beautiful way of transporting the reader away from the stresses of the day with her enchanting writing which is always so full of love and heart, and this book is no different!
It's sweet and cosy, like a big comforting hug, with a real focus on love, friendship and daydreams - plus an idyllic setting, gorgeous hero and heartwarming story.
It's the perfect summery read - go and grab a copy!
July 14, 2021
Today I am delighted to be kicking off the blog tour for the lovely Lucy and her latest release The Little Barn of Dreams.
Well where do I start, once again Lucy has created vibrant characters that capture your heart and take you on a wonderful journey. When I read Lucy’s last book, I had a new favourite and now I am torn as this one was equally as wonderful.
Florence is a wonderfully quirky character that I instantly connected with, she reminded me of my constantly daydreaming daughter and I loved how she has been encouraged to be herself by her Nan and not change despite the influence of her best friend. When Florence’s Nan books her a holiday to Camp Calla Lily she reluctantly embarks on an adventure that she has been avoiding since being left heartbroken after her last visit. On her arrival at the Camp Calla Lily she fell in love with the magical setting of the wooden huts with their fairy lights and piles of books to devour whilst relaxing.
Lucy has a wonderful way of creating characters with wonderful endearing quirks and Florence and Jo were the ultimate dreamteam, I loved the references to Little Women one of my absolute favourite books scattered throughout. From the moment I picked this up, I just wanted to keep reading as I was so invested in the new friendship that continued to grow between Florence and Jo, and was keen to discover why Jo was really at Camp Calla Lily and whether he was there to help or hinder his Grandfather.
A story that left me feeling warm and fuzzy and I would happily sit and read over again. The perfect book to curl up with in the garden and enjoy the summer sun whilst losing yourself in the gorgeous destination of Camp Calla Lily.
Well where do I start, once again Lucy has created vibrant characters that capture your heart and take you on a wonderful journey. When I read Lucy’s last book, I had a new favourite and now I am torn as this one was equally as wonderful.
Florence is a wonderfully quirky character that I instantly connected with, she reminded me of my constantly daydreaming daughter and I loved how she has been encouraged to be herself by her Nan and not change despite the influence of her best friend. When Florence’s Nan books her a holiday to Camp Calla Lily she reluctantly embarks on an adventure that she has been avoiding since being left heartbroken after her last visit. On her arrival at the Camp Calla Lily she fell in love with the magical setting of the wooden huts with their fairy lights and piles of books to devour whilst relaxing.
Lucy has a wonderful way of creating characters with wonderful endearing quirks and Florence and Jo were the ultimate dreamteam, I loved the references to Little Women one of my absolute favourite books scattered throughout. From the moment I picked this up, I just wanted to keep reading as I was so invested in the new friendship that continued to grow between Florence and Jo, and was keen to discover why Jo was really at Camp Calla Lily and whether he was there to help or hinder his Grandfather.
A story that left me feeling warm and fuzzy and I would happily sit and read over again. The perfect book to curl up with in the garden and enjoy the summer sun whilst losing yourself in the gorgeous destination of Camp Calla Lily.
July 31, 2024
This was very sweet and did have some depth, however, I did not vibe with the female main character. Her daydreaming was too much for me and just bothered me. It took too long for the male main character to be introduced and then there were like 50 pages where we did not see him or hear anything about him which was a shame because I liked him more than our female character.
August 31, 2021
Another great book by this author, you know you are always going to end up with a lovely warm feeling when you read one of her books. I loved the main characters of Florence and Jo and was drawn into the story from the first pages and didn't put it down until it was finished. Perfect beach read
July 6, 2022
I loved the overall plot, the character development was underwhelming. The protagonist I could relate to another level, the only part that had me sort of blanked was the sequence of events. Just not much pizzazz.
March 21, 2026
Very cute story, but the whimsy of the heroine who lives almost entirely in her head and her daydreams got to be too much and this dragged the narrative down. That bit was overdone, imo, but there are many who may find this entirely their jam and love her innocence and naivete.
July 12, 2021
A very different read, full of Knott's trademark cosiness, with a quirky main character perfect for those to whom books mean everything!
Did Not Finish
August 5, 2021dnf @ 67%. it’s a no from me.
September 8, 2021
Ahh loved this book, one you could really be lost in the dream
October 15, 2021
This was a fabulous story with a lovely main character who was so endearing. I really enjoyed reading it, incredible summer read and I highly recommend.
October 25, 2022
Lovely book that shows even if you are different you can do the things everybody else can!
January 15, 2023
got me into reading 💌
April 12, 2024
"Lucy Knott" is an engaging read, blending heartwarming moments with relatable struggles. The protagonist's journey is beautifully crafted, navigating through life's challenges with resilience and wit. Knott's writing style captivates, drawing readers into a world filled with love, laughter, and self-discovery. The characters are vibrant and well-developed, making it easy to invest in their joys and sorrows. While the plot may follow familiar tropes, Knott injects fresh perspective and authenticity, keeping the narrative engaging till the last page. Overall, "Lucy Knott" is a delightful novel that will resonate with anyone seeking a touching story of growth and connection.
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