Such a good and fun short story! Made me cry by the end, i got attached to the characters very quickly. Definitely will be checking out more from this author.

A “long short story,” just 26 pages, The Bookshop Keepers still has all the Alice Hoffman magic. The simply shared tale of love and loss, endings and beginnings, change and acceptance— packs an emotional punch. This spare tale savored with a cup of tea and a cinnamon chip scone will bring a tear of joy to a tenderhearted reader.

Enjoyed the first two books of this novella series and I love this author but I’m done after this one if there is anymore. It was pointless to me

Cute little novella about sisters who run a bookshop and their hopes and dreams. I enjoyed it alot. I only wish it was longer

Unfortunately not for me.

I found the characters decisions to be unrealistic and was not a fan of them.

Well written and a nice easy read, just not for me

Thankyou to NetGalley for an e-arc in exchange for an honest review

A sweet and tender series of short stories by one of my favorite authors, Alice Hoffman.
The Bookstore Sisters was the best yet!
Thank you to the publisher for the opportunity to read this advanced copy. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

This is the third book in the series. Each book is simply amazing. it's about sisters and finding love life, and oh, wow, so much more..

Sometimes you don't know what you have until it's almost gone or sometimes it could be gone, but what remains is simply the best.

Family is always there for you, and you have love unconditional..


Simply a wonderful story, these books are the best.

*The Bookstore Keepers* by Alice Hoffman

In *The Bookstore Keepers*, Alice Hoffman returns to Brinkley’s Island, Maine, to continue the heartfelt journey of the Gibson sisters. Isabel and Sophie, once estranged, now run their family bookstore together, rekindling their sisterly bond. Isabel's relationship with Johnny Lenox, her steadfast love, is central to the narrative. Five years into their renewed romance,

Having read many of Alice Hoffman's books, I am always captivated by her emotional, character-driven stories. Hoffman's lyrical prose and touch of magical realism beautifully explore themes of family, friendship, and the enduring nature of love. This novella is a testament to the transformative power of reconciliation and the unbreakable ties that bind us.

The Bookstore Keepers is scheduled for publication on February 18, 2025.

3 "lovely, folksy, three spoonfuls of sugar is two too much " stars !!

Thank you to Netgalley, the author and Amazon Original Stories. This will be released Feb. 2025.. I am providing an honest review.

I have many of Ms. Hoffman's books on my tbr and so I decided to try this little sample (third in a series).

Overall this was lovely with a folksy tale of grief and new beginnings. A feel good short story that any middle class Western person can relate to. Nothing earth shattering but some lovely women's fiction prose that is supposed to make you misty (and it did...but I did feel manipulated the way you do when watching a pretty good Hallmark film) I am not going to lie that it veers on being overly sweet and is just on the safe side of cloying. Common sense wisdom abounds and I suppose that is an ok thing.

I will not rush to read more of her work but also would not stay away if a book magically popped up.

"The Bookstore Keepers" is a wonderful short story. As a longtime fan of Alice Hoffman's work, I found this piece to be a perfect blend of brevity and depth—short yet rich in storytelling. The characters felt relatable and real, and the setting was so beautifully described it made me want to visit! A delightful read from start to finish.

Thank you to Alice Hoffman, Amazon Publishing and NetGalley for an ARC of this short story in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

This was the third book in the "Once Upon a Time Bookshop Series" and was a beautiful continuation off all the characters stories - both personal and interwoven.

It is heartwarming to see the characters personal and emotional growth throughout the course of these short stories. Hoffman does a wonderful job weaving such complex emotional tales into less than 50 pages!

A very very short story about life, death, moving on and the beginning of new life. I have to say I thought there would be more. When I got to the end I was like what? Where is the rest of the book, it left me longing for more, while I was confused and sad I was happy as well. I then thought to myself its Alice.

In her third short story about the Gibson sisters, Alice tells a tale of love, loss and rebirth as each character must come to terms with life's surprises and decide how they really want to live.

This lovely, heartwarming novella was a quick read.

A recommended read for fans of Alice Hoffman and short stories about life.

Thank you to NetGalley and Amazon Original Stories for providing me with a digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.