This was a nice, cozy story about a woman named Adeline finding herself again after discovering some things about her life that leave her with more questions than answers. The characters had a certain charm about them, set in a whimsical little French village, complete with a mysterious (or perhaps magical) bookshop.

I enjoyed Adeline's self-journey through this book. The story itself progressed very predictably, which is what I tend to expect with a cozy read. As much as I enjoyed Adeline's character herself, I was finding myself wanting to learn more about the others that come up frequently, wanting more details about them.

I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys a cozy story, small towns, and books, and wants something easy and enjoyable to read. Especially in the between summer and fall seasons, it feels like the perfect setting for this story.

I was really excited about the idea of *The Little Provence Book Shop*. The setting in a small, charming French village with a cozy bookshop sounded perfect, and I was eager to dive into Adeline’s journey. But while the story had some sweet moments, it didn’t completely work for me.

The main storyline about adoption and searching for family had a lot of potential, and I was curious to see where it would lead. But I couldn’t quite connect with the characters the way I wanted to. Adeline and Monique’s interactions felt a bit stiff, and some of the dialogue just didn’t seem natural. Monique’s focus on fate, crystals, and healing people through books was an interesting touch, but it felt overdone after a while. I love the idea that the right book can help someone through tough times.

The romantic plot felt pretty flat as well. The French guys in the story were barely sketched out, and the romance didn’t add much depth.

What I did enjoy were the descriptions of Provence and the bookshop itself. I could almost picture the cobblestone streets and smell the old books. I also appreciated the reflections on the power of books to connect people, which really resonated with me. But overall, the pacing was slow, and some parts of the story dragged, especially when Adeline’s inner monologues took over.

In the end, *The Little Provence Book Shop* was a light and easy read, perfect for a lazy afternoon. I just wish it had a little more depth in the characters and a bit more spark in the romance. Still, it had some charming moments, and if you're looking for a book that blends a beautiful setting with themes of family and fate, it might just be for you.

As small town setting suckers, I was immediately interested after reading the synopsis. AND THIS BOOK IS NOT DISSAPOINTED ME!

This book is about Adeline who runaway to St. Vianne after knowing the truth about her family. There, she work for Monique in a small bookshop. And yess, her story begin....

This book is kind of slow paced, that's why if you're into fast-paced story, you'll find it boring. But, since I don't have problems with slow paced story, this book really suits me. It has heart-warming and peaceful vibes for small town, about how books can help somebody, about acceptation, family bonding, etc.

Somehow, this book reminds me with Welcome to The Hyungnam Bookshop and Door-to-Dooe Bookstore. If you like those 2 books, give this book a try!!!!


Thank you Netgalley and Boldwoods Publishing for the ARC!!! 😍

I love a bookshop novel and this was no different. Lovely setting made it even better. A tad predictable in places but when you’re on holiday you don’t want anything too challenging. Great summer read!

I have read this ARC with a view to providing a review
All opinions and thoughts are my own

A new author to me and the description sounded great
A fabulous read and spent a lovely few reading this

Loved it

Loved this book. The ending was predictable but the story to get there was great. I will be reading more by thud author

I thoroughly enjoyed this sweet story about family anr learning to love yourself. It was way to love and cheer for Adeline. Great writing and a great story!

Gillian Harvey is a master of writing relationships in all their many fascinating phases. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. While it is referred to as a "summer read' or "getaway novel", which it certainly can be, it has more depth than many novels of that sort. The setting is beautifully described, transporting the reader to rural Provence. The characters are engaging and clearly defined. The plot is straightforward and well-executed. This is an excellent addition to Harvey's collection of books set in France.

What a lovely cover, an interesting title, and the blurb. Unfortunately, this book didn't work for me. Mainly because I couldn't connect with the writing style and the characters. 

Thank you for the copy. Sorry, I am not writing a proper review.

I loved the setting and characters in the book. I did think that the twist was rather predictable too early in the book.

Are you ready for an uplifting read centered around a book shop? Pick up The Little Provence Book Shop.

With thanks to netgalley and the author Gillian Harvey

I enjoyed the little Provence book shop, it was a fun read.

This was such a pure book about self discovery and family. I loved that the story slowly unfolded with slight hints throughout. Adeline’s relationship with her daughter is sweet and made me smile. This is one of those books you can pick up and just enjoy for its feel good simplicity. If you’re someone that is looking for a story that doesn’t revolve around romance, this is a good pick! The only reason I didn’t give it a 5 star rating is because some parts were a little too wordy and my ADHD brain would skim and get distracted.

3.5 ⭐️ This book was such a beautiful story about rediscovering yourself and finding where you belong. I found the story just a tad predictable at times, but I enjoyed it all the same. I also appreciated Gillian Harvey's descriptive way of writing St. Vianne. She really made me feel like I was stepping through the page into the village.

If you are looking for a cozy and quick read, I recommend this book!

Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for the opportunity to read this eARC for an honest review. Opinions expressed in this review are solely my own.

I received a free copy of, The Little Provence Book Shop, by Gillian Harvey, from the publisher and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Adeline goes to France with her daughter Lili, after she finds out she is adopted, working at a magical bookstore in Provence, she learns so much. The book was a bit predictable but over all was a good read, I liked Adeline and her growth through out the book.

I quite enjoyed this book. It kept me interested and I liked the regional descriptions. A sweet read that I enjoyed. Thank you for the chance to read this book Netgallery. I will read more by this author.

I enjoy Gillian Harvey's escapist books, set in France but unfortunately this one fell a little flat for me. Adeline as moved to Provence after discovering, after the death of her mother that she she was adopted. Finding a job in a bookshop where the owner believes in charms, crystals and intuition, Adeline discovers more about her past than she better on.

The description is nice and the writing flows easily but the characters feel a little underdeveloped, the sideline romance feels exactly that...a little too sideline and the ending is pretty predictable. The 'magic' of Monique also doesn't sit quite right, I think because there's so much drag around it from Adeline in the book.

Not my favourite Gillian Harvey, but an ok read.

What a wonderfully magical read this was! I devoured it in 2 days after a year long reading slump, and have since bought 4 more Gillian Harvey novels. A true escapist read with some real life discussions around adoption and grief - do check any trigger warnings.

I liked that there was an element of romance peppered through but it didn’t take over. Friendship and grief was at the heart and I just loved Monique as a character. The atmosphere of the bookshop made for a cosy read and the nod to following your intuition really sparked something in me.

Another new favourite author unlocked and a book I will be recommending to so many.

I did like this book at first but then, the second half wasn't so much like something believable and was not feeling good with story and the characters. Really sorry but I really didn't enjoy the second half of the book .

This was such a cozy, heartwarming read! Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for this ARC!

This story follows Adeline, who leaves London with her young daughter to spend some time searching for herself and where she belongs while working as a book shop employee in a small French town. While it all takes place in a realistic setting, there is a touch of magic, and the power of books, language, and stories becomes a central theme in the story.

I started this book expecting a light, feel-good bookshop story, so I was pleasantly surprised by the elements of mystery sprinkled in. There were plenty of clever misdirects, and I loved the plot twist at the climax of the story!

The romance was also absolutely adorable, and I loved that it wasn’t necessarily a huge part of the story. Rather, it played into Adeline’s character development regarding her openness to connection, and I appreciated the stronger focus on the themes of belonging and family.

There was a bit of discourse on magic vs science that felt unnecessary to me, especially in the last few chapters. However, Gillian Harvey’s prose is so beautiful that the magic vs science component didn’t bother me too much. I would definitely read this book again!