I was invited to read and review this book, and I accepted the invitation on the premise that the book would be funny and engaging to read. I've not read a book by Helen Simonson before and thought this would be a great introduction to her writings.
The novel takes place post World War I and Spanish Flu pandemic. Constance is occupied with being an old family friend's companion, but soon the friend won't need her and she will need to find a job that pays her. Her friend, Poppy, wants to start a motorcycle-taxi business with all female drivers and mechanics. And Poppy wants to learn to fly. Poppy's brother is a veteran of the war and was a flyer in the war, but he lost his leg on one of his missions. This is a story about Poppy taking Constance under her wing and helping her find her way in an ever-changing world.
I have to say this wasn't my favorite book that I've read this year. I felt the plot was rather stilted and forced, and I had a hard time wading through the book. I'd have to say this is a three-star book.
Random House Publishing Group provided the copy I read for this review. All opinions expressed are solely my own.
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