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The Bookstore Wedding (The Once Upon a Time Bookshop Stories) Kindle Edition

by Alice Hoffman (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 12,449 ratings
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In this star-crossed short story from New York Times bestselling author Alice Hoffman, timing is everything as two sisters learn to let love follow its own path.

Isabel, the long-lost Gibson sister, is finally back home on Brinkley’s Island, Maine. With Sophie and Violet, her sister and her niece, she’s got the family bookstore—and with Johnny Lenox, she’s got something even more special.

But even as life settles, not everything is falling into place. Isabel and Johnny have set the date three times, baked three wedding cakes, invited the whole island to three parties, only to have each attempt at matrimony fall apart at the last minute. Disasters seem to be conspiring against their happy ending, and Isabel is starting to wonder if their love is meant to be.

When family history comes back to haunt the Gibson sisters, Isabel knows that if she wants to make it down the aisle with Johnny, first she and Sophie will have to face the pain of their past and their present, and decide what it means for their future.

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THE BOOK OF LOVE HAS MANY CHAPTERS

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I first visited the Once Upon a Time Bookshop in Alice Hoffman’s bestselling short story “The Bookstore Sisters,” and I never wanted to leave. It feels like a personal gift to be granted more time with the Gibson family.

In this richly layered short story, Isabel Gibson and Johnny Lenox are planning their wedding at long last, after years of separation and misunderstanding. But faced with natural disasters and family crises, they’ve canceled three times already. As an out-of-season hurricane sends their reception tent soaring away over the marsh, Isabel wonders if she isn’t destined for happiness after all.

In looking for a sign from the universe, Isabel risks overlooking her own power to change her fate. Sometimes, if the stars don’t align, you have to find a different way to see them—and that’s where love, in all its varied forms, comes in. Isabel’s sister, Sophie, and Sophie’s daughter, Violet, have just as much a role to play as Johnny in making the course of true love run a little smoother.

As for Isabel and Johnny, read on to find out if the fourth time’s the charm. And you’ll soon be able to visit the bookstore again—the next story is already on its way.

—Kjersti Egerdahl, Editor

About the Author

Alice Hoffman is the New York Times bestselling author of more than thirty novels, including the Practical Magic series, The Dovekeepers, and The Invisible Hour. Her works have been translated into more than twenty languages, nominated for multiple awards, and adapted for the screen. She lives in Boston.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CV4FFR71
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Amazon Original Stories (August 1, 2024)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 1, 2024
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4569 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 39 pages
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Alice Hoffman is the author of thirty works of fiction, including Practical Magic, The Dovekeepers, Magic Lessons, and, most recently, The Book of Magic. She lives in Boston. Her new novel, The Invisible Hour, is forthcoming in August 2023. Visit her website: www.alicehoffman.com

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4.2 out of 5 stars
12,449 global ratings

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Customers find the story charming, special, and well-written. They describe the style as engaging and simple. Readers also mention the story is heartwarming, full of emotion, and touching. They find the characters believable and interesting. Opinions are mixed on the entertainment value, with some finding it captivating and entertaining, while others say it's boring and unsatisfying.

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201 customers mention "Story length"194 positive7 negative

Customers find the story length charming, cute, and well-written. They also say it's a simple love story that keeps them savoring its words.

"...It was very well written and held my interest until I reached the conclusion… which (like the whole story) was very satisfying...." Read more

"Light hearted and beautiful this is a special story for anyone who has ever been in love or loves someone now or who hopes to be in love one day." Read more

"...This installment gives even more tingles. Lots of twists, too, for such a short work. Wonderful." Read more

"...The characters were lovely—the story line superbly sweet—but I felt like I was reading a condensed version. Please make this a novel!" Read more

107 customers mention "Readability"103 positive4 negative

Customers find the book nice, soothing, and engaging. They describe it as an excellent read with beautiful imagery. Readers also mention it's full of emotion and has a richness to it.

"Light hearted and beautiful this is a special story for anyone who has ever been in love or loves someone now or who hopes to be in love one day." Read more

"...Lots of twists, too, for such a short work. Wonderful." Read more

"...Ellis Hoffman is a good writer. Her style is engaging and keeps the reader savoring her words. This is a good book...." Read more

"...My favorite part was the beautifully written imagery throughout the story that helped paint a picture especially of the settings so well." Read more

38 customers mention "Heartwarming"38 positive0 negative

Customers find the book heartwarming, full of emotion, and rich. They say it's light-hearted, touching, and inspiring. Readers also mention the story is full of reality and hope.

"...until I reached the conclusion… which (like the whole story) was very satisfying...." Read more

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"Love this short story full of hope and selflessness!..." Read more

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Customers find the message beautiful and incredible. They also appreciate the quotes and wisdom.

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"...This story is filled with quotes to cherish;words of wisdom. Thank you, Alice Hoffman for your gift of storytelling and writing...." Read more

"...What a beautiful message! We all need love to get us through the hard times and love to sustain it. I highly recommend this book." Read more

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29 customers mention "Entertainment value"17 positive12 negative

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"...Her characters are as strong as ever, but some seem to lack a backstory. Also, her proofreaders need to catch annoying plot errors...." Read more

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Linda Walker
5.0 out of 5 stars totally enjoyable!
Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2024
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I don’t usually choose short stories but I thoroughly enjoyed reading this one. It was very well written and held my interest until I reached the conclusion… which (like the whole story) was very satisfying. This was my first read by this author and I see that I have been missing out! I look forward to reading more of her books.
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4.0 out of 5 stars This book was short but very entertaing
Reviewed in the United States on September 8, 2024
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I would have liked the book to be a little longer.
AND You know how a book can become boring? No Chance is this one.
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Kate McBride
3.0 out of 5 stars Too short to give more than 3 stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2024
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This is book two in a series of short reads about love, life, healing broken hearts and hanging on.

Sophie and Isabel have lots of pain in their lives and have grown apart but the one constant is the family bookstore.

When Sophie's daughter reaches out to her Aunt for help the pain of the past must be dealt with for the healing to start.

I liked the book.
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M. A. foster
5.0 out of 5 stars I’m so glad there was a second book
Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2024
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Light hearted and beautiful this is a special story for anyone who has ever been in love or loves someone now or who hopes to be in love one day.
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clahain
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2024
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As usual, Alice Hoffman leaves me breathless and teary eyed. I wasn't sure she could top the poetry and lush beauty of The Bookstore Sisters. This installment gives even more tingles. Lots of twists, too, for such a short work. Wonderful.
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ohio quilter
4.0 out of 5 stars Too short!
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2024
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A wonderful tale that I wanted to last much longer. The characters were lovely—the story line superbly sweet—but I felt like I was reading a condensed version. Please make this a novel!
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Eun
5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet story
Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2024
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Sweet story about love, patience and forgiveness. Alice Hoffman delivers a story about a young girl who decides to leave her island home for New York City. After her mother‘s death, Isabel does not want to fall in love as those you love leave. Her childhood friend Johnny waivers and his love for her and waits for her return. After her father‘s death, Isabel and her sister Sophie inherit the bookstore. Once she returns to the island, Isabel and Frank decide to marry. But after three disastrous attempts, they still not tied the nut. Will the fourth time be a charm?

It’s difficult to leave a review for a short story without divulging most of the plot so I’m gonna leave it at that. Ellis Hoffman is a good writer. Her style is engaging and keeps the reader savoring her words. This is a good book. I really enjoyed.it’s short and sweet.
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Kimberly
4.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful story
Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2024
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It's been 5 years since Isabel left NY for Maine and she had planned her wedding to Johnny 4 times already. But each event was canceled due to a hurricane, flood, etc. When Sophie gets sick, Isabel nurses her back to health while Sophie and her oncologist fall in love.

That's when Isabel knows that her wedding in a few days really belongs to her sister. But Johnny has a surprise of his own for the love of his life.

Both sisters finally get their HEA!

A must read!
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Jeanne
5.0 out of 5 stars A love saga, true to life.!
Reviewed in Canada on August 13, 2024
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A wonderful series of love stories, weddin cancellations and success stories. A community supporting each other. True reflection of thetwists and turns that happeninfamilies. A joy to read.
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LeeLee
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful story about family and forgiveness!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 23, 2024
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This short book is about a family suffering from loss, running the family business and forgiveness.

It's a beautiful little read and really touches on real life situations.
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Louise Steer
5.0 out of 5 stars Bookstore magic
Reviewed in Australia on July 3, 2024
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How does Alice Hoffman write long books about love gone wrong and short ones about love gone right? Magic, moonlight, books and baking - the right ingredients!
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Margaret @ JustOneMoreChapter
4.0 out of 5 stars Cute little series, wish it was longer
Reviewed in Canada on September 18, 2024
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Book 2 in the Once Upon a Time Bookstore Series, this is a series of short stories about two sisters, Isabel and Sophie .

As the title reflects there is a wedding taking place within these 39 pages. A lot transpires as some of the past comes back to hunt these women. Like I said in my review of The Bookstore Sisters I think these would make great full novels but alas I will enjoy these little versions.

What can I say that isn't mentioned in the blurb, other then this is a fun little series, can't wait to see what happens in The Bookstore Keepers which doesn't release till early 2025.

My copy obtained through Kindle Unlimited
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Norman
4.0 out of 5 stars A decent read !
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 26, 2024
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I read this whilst on a long train journey and it certainly helped to pass the time , a story full of both happiness and sorrow . This story kept me interested from start to finish and is a nice tale with an emotional ending . Good !
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