Welcome to #ThrowBackThursday where I highlight an older review or post a current review of a back list title. Today, I’m resharing a favorite quirky character story, The Brilliant Life of Eudora Honeysett by Annie Lyons.
I’m linking up with Davida @ The Chocolate Lady’s Book Review Blog for #ThrowbackThursday.
The Brilliant Life of Eudora Honeysett by Annie Lyons
(A.K.A: Eudora Honeysett is Quite Well, Thank You in the UK)
Genre/Categories/Setting: Contemporary Women’s Fiction, Family Drama, Friendship
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My Summary:
Friendship and Kindness…
Eudora Honeysett is eighty-five, has endured her share of suffering, has experienced a lot of life, and is ready to die….but on her own terms. She contacts a clinic in Switzerland which will help her facilitate her well thought out decision. Before she can get to Switzerland, she meets ten-year-old Rose, a highly spirited and friendly child who becomes Eudora’s fashion consultant and introduces her to the joys of life as seen through ten-year-old eyes. Rose also includes Stanley, a recently widowed neighbor, and they form a companionable trio. As these three new friends spend time together, it triggers Eudora to have flashbacks of her past life. Suddenly, her newfound enjoyment, friendships, and meaningful activities cause her to feel conflicted about her Switzerland decision. Now that she has found some joy will it be possible to say good-bye?
A Man Called Ove read alike…
Continue here for my full review of Eudora Honeysett…
***TW for suicidal ideation (similar to Ove)
QOTD:
Is this memorable story on your TBR or have you read it?
Great choice, Carol. This is one of my all time favorite books.
Memorable character!
This sounds both enjoyable and heartwarming. I just finished a Man Called Ove last week, and loved it, so I think I would enjoy this one too.
This has some strong similarities to Ove….I think you’d like it!
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Loved this one Carol!
I think I heard about it first from you!
This is a wonderful read. Great choice Carol. ❤📚
Such memorable characters! 💖
I haven’t heard or read this but it does sound like something worth checking out. Thanks for sharing, Carol!
So many books so little time!
This is a new-to-me book but it sounds delightful – clicked through and read your review. I like quirky and found family stories, so this sounds right up my alley.
Terrie @ Bookshelf Journeys
It’s a memorable story and TBR worthy! Enjoy!