A heartwarming historical fiction that is a captivating follow up to The Bookwoman of Troublesome Creek. Strong female lead, stunning page turner that leaves the reader breathless. If you're looking for a book that will give you all the feels, this is the one for you.

Thank you NetGalley and Sourcebooks Landmark for the ARC!

When I read "The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek," I was captivated by Cussy's story and the challenges she faced. I had high expectations for this sequel, which takes place 20 years from when the first novel ended, but it left me wanting more.

My favorite element of "The Book Woman's Daughter" was the setting and language the author used to portray the time. Honey is charming, and I did also thoroughly enjoy the display of strong female characters fighting for recognition as equal to male counterparts. The pace fell a bit short, making it hard for me to get into. To me, it felt like more of a drawn out epilogue than a fully fleshed out sequel. Super fans of historical fiction, especially if they enjoyed the setting and characters of the first novel, will likely still love this follow up.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

The first book in the series was interesting enough as a stand alone. A woman who just happens to be blue due to a medical condition is discriminated against because she is a woman and because she is blue. She makes the most of her situation, overcomes the odds stacked against her, becomes a pack horse librarian, and finds love.

Fast forward to the sequel. The woman's daughter who is also a woman and is also blue due to a medical condition is discriminated against because she is a woman and because she is blue. She makes the most of her situation, overcomes the odds stacked against her, becomes a pack horse librarian, and finds love. The added element of characters in prison dealt with so poorly. I struggled through this.

This book takes place several years after the The Bookwoman Of Troublesome Creek ended and now the little family finds themselves in big trouble and Cussy and her husband want to save their child, Honey, from being a part of it by sending her to stay with a family friend back in Troublesome Creek and that woman to become her guardian so she can stay out of children's work prison. But when the older lady dies Honey must do what she can to fight for her own freedom and for a blue in Ky in those days is a uphill battle but Honey finds she has more friends than she will ever know.

Being a librarian in Ky of course we all know of those pioneering woman in eastern Ky that delivered books to people via pack horse, mule, boro, whatever they could get to carry them and the books to their patrons. But these books bring those stories alive, and it is both a proud and sad time in our Ky history. Proud of these woman and what they accomplished, and sad how the justice system let down those in their care especially the woman and children. This book is a awesome historical fiction book and a series I hope we get to see more of to see more of the Lovett family and how things go from here. I also have to admit I was excited to see Lagrange and Pewee Valley mentioned as that is where I live now and I wish Honey could have seen some of the good there instead of just a quick stop at the prison.

This review will appear on my blog on May 3rd

I very much enjoyed this follow up to The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek. There were references to first book but this book can also be read as a stand alone. Honey’s coming of age story was one filled with hope and heartache.
I received an arc of this book for free in exchange for an honest review.

Well, I am breathless. Kim Richardson has not only managed to write a compelling sequel and standalone, but has piqued my interest in such a way, that I want to learn all I can about this fascinating area of Kentucky. The Bookwoman of Troublesome Creek was my favorite novel last year. And she is now becoming one of my favorite contemporary writers. This book and her writing are gorgeous. I could feel myself watching every scene as if I were there, and what better skill for a writer than to take you utterly and completely away. I hope she continues to write more of this fascinating region of Appalachia. And perhaps an autobiography because she has indeed led a magical and inspiring life. Can’t wait to read more from this writer, whatever she chooses.

Having read (and loved) the Book Woman of Troublesome Creek, expectations ran high for the story of her daughter. This book takes up 16 years later as Cussy and Jackson are about to be arrested for a marriage that was “illegal” at the time due to their differing skin color. Their daughter, Honey, is forced to fend for herself and avoid being taken in by Social Services and sent to a juvenile prison. The book centers around her quest for legal emancipation as she follows in her mother’s footsteps when the Pack Horse Librarian program is revived. This book was heavy into the despicable treatment of women, especially as they entered into the jobs that were previously dominated by men. The obstacles Honey and the other women in her community faced were daunting, but at the same time highlighted their strength and character. The book also is a commentary on the power of literacy to bring ignorant and archaic views into the light where they can be seen for what they are.
Thank you to Net galley for the ARC.

The Book Woman’s Daughter is a sequel to The Book Woman of Toublesome Creek. I loved this book and it can be read as a stand-alone but I would recommend you read the first book. The author brings to life rural Kentucky in the 1950’s and the struggles the hill people had to face. Fingers crossed there is a third book. Thanks Netgalley for this Arc in exchange for my honest opinion.

I loved the first book in this series, The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek, and was so excited to see that Richardson was releasing a sequel. This book is just as good, if not better than the first book. The story follows Honey Lovett, daughter to Cussy Carter Lovett, as she struggles to gain emancipation for herself once her parents are jailed and her guardian passes away. Life is extremely hard in the Appalachian Mountains during the 1950s and Honey faces oppression and racism as she tries to forge a life for herself as a pack horse librarian. This is a beautiful story of how determination, strength, doing the right thing, and having loyal friends can lead to triumph. This is an inspiring story that is hard to put down. Thanks, Netgalley for giving me the opportunity to read an advanced copy.

I really liked the Book Woman of Troublesome Creek so I was excited to read the pre-release copy of The Book Woman's Daughter from NetGalley. It did not disappoint. I thought the characters were well done and the situations were believable but the lack of justice in the situations that Honey Lovett faced was incredible and frustrating. It's hard to imagine living in a world where nothing goes your way and most everyone is out to make your life more difficult. How Honey overcame the difficult situations she found herself in made for an interesting and compelling story and I recommend this book to anyone who liked the original Book Woman or just enjoys a good story.

Thank you NetGalley and Sourcebooks Landmark for this advance copy. I absolutely loved The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek, but this follow up fell a little short for me. Honey’s character and the challenges she faced were interesting, but they just couldn’t compare to the powerful story and character of Cussy. This story took a little too long to find it’s stride, and it didn’t have the same compelling factor as the first book. With that said, readers that loved the first book will enjoy all the nostalgic references and familiar characters in this one.

Kim Michele Richardson continues the story of the Book Woman of Troublesome Creek in this sequel (which stands alone as well) with a story of courage and inspiration that hits all today's hot topics: prejudice, corruption, PTSD, bullying, women's rights, lifetime friendships, mourning and survival that are all tempered by love and the love of books. It's an amazing read that drew me in from the first pages.

Set in the Appalachian Mountains during the 1950s, Honey descends from blue-skinned people of Kentucky. When the book begins, her blue-skinned mother and white father are arrested and imprisoned for violating Kentucky's miscegenation laws. At age 15, the county social worker wants Honey sent to a children's work farm until she's 21 years old. Fleeing from the social worker and sheriff, Honey returns to her family homestead near Troublesome Creek, where she gets hired to recreate her mother's route through the hills and hollers of the Appalachian Mountains delivering books as a Pack Horse Librarian. When her guardian dies suddenly, Honey is faced with the option of becoming a child bride or being sent to the work farm, but she decides to fight for her emancipation instead.

An excellent story that is steeped with rich historical details, this book would make a great book club choice. Thank you to Ms. Richardson, NetGalley and the publisher for an advance reader copy. This book (like the first) will stay with me for a long time.

What a great sequel. The author brought me back to Kentucky and the struggles and triumphs of the people living there.

I haven't quite finished the book but was asked to complete a review or vote by a deadline that is two days away. I am 42% through the book and I already know that this is a book I am going to complete and will love.

The story picks up around 16 years after the previous book with Cussy Mary and Jackson still struggling with the law in relation to their marriage. However, the reader quickly comes to understand that this is not their story, but their daughter's story. Honey must learn to make choices and decisions that force her into early adulthood. And, yes, Junia is still a rich part of the story and just as cantankerous.

The book is difficult to put down as it keeps rolling along without a lull. If you are familiar with the author and her struggles with book one, she actually addresses the issue with an Easter egg worked into the storyline that literally made me laugh out loud. If you have no idea what I'm talking about, that's okay, it doesn't disrupt the flow of the story at all. Also, Google it, then read this book.

Kim Michele Richardson did it again!!! This book continues her book, "The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek”
About the fears, abuse and ridicule of the the "blue people" of Kentucky. About the women of the Pack Horse Library Project, To the strong women This story continues on with the daughter, .Honey Mary Angeline Lovett, and her fight for independence after her parents are jailed. Honey’s story is heartbreaking, as she deals with some of the same issues her mother faced, but ultimately it is one of triumph and inspiration.. If you loved "The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek”....you will love this sequel as well!!
Kim' Michele Richardson's writing style is superb!
I highly recommend this book and gave it 5 FILL stars!!

When I saw this book at NetGalley, I immediately requested it. I loved The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek and expected this to be equally interesting. And I was not mistaken. This is the continuation of a beautiful story that can be read on its own, however I would suggest to read it in order.
 
The story continues with Cussy's daughter, Honey Mary Lovett, who was born as a blue-skinned girl in Kentucky mountains. Her parents had been hiding from society and when they've got arrested for violating miscegenation laws, Honey escapes to Troublesome Creek, the place where her mother used to be a packhorse librarian. She follows into her mother's footsteps by delivering books and reading materials to those who didn't have access to a library. Among those Kentuckians, Honey meets trusted people and some of them become her close friends. There are also villains from whom she suffers all kinds of prejudice and mistrust.
 
This is a very absorbing story with well-developed characters and an interesting plot. The author nicely captured life in the hills of Kentucky during the 1950s and vividly described people's prejudices and men’s violence and abusiveness. It's a truly amazing book that provides the reader with a view of political injustice and emancipation. But most importantly, it’s about bravery of the young woman who fought for her rights and freedoms.
I highly recommend this historical fiction. One of the best books I’ve read this year.
 
Many thanks to NetGalley and Sourcebooks Landmark for the digital ARC of this book.

What a wonderful continuation of a heartwarming story this book is. This story is set in the hollers of Kentucky just after WWII and tells the story of the Pack Horse Librarians who provided books to people in remote areas. The addition of pictures is a wonderful accompaniment to the story.

A very insightful look into the history of the Kentucky hills and the people who built the foundation of it's future. I thoroughly enjoyed this book - so much so I had to read the first one!

While this could be a stand alone - I would encourage it's reader to read the first book in the series! Together they give such a deep look into the lives and trials of living in one it the poorest yet rich in folklore places.

The history lessons of this book were indepth and memorable. The treatment of "colored" people show both how far we've come and how far we have left to go. Most importantly - the struggle to live and survive is a much needed reminder of how truly lucky we are!

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"Picking up her mother's old packhorse library route, Honey begins to deliver books to the remote hollers of Appalachia."

This is second in series but can be read as a standalone. I enjoyed the continuation of the book women. I think this book spent less time on the actual book/library aspect and more on Honey's personal life. I was more captivated with The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek but, overall a good read.

3☆

I loved reading this book! I found the writing to be very insightful and interesting. I was intrigued by the premise and I enjoyed reading it from start to finish.