Synopsis:
Cherry, Maggie and Rose are mother, daughter and granddaughter, each with their own hopes, dreams and even sorrows. They have always been close, so when, in a moment of impulse, Cherry buys a gorgeous but rundown pub in the village she grew up in, it soon becomes a family affair.
All three women uproot themselves and move to Rushbrook, deep in the heart of Somerset, to take over The Swan and restore it to its former glory. Cherry is at the helm, Maggie is in charge of the kitchen, and Rose tends the picturesque garden that leads down to the river.
Before long, the locals are delighted to find the beating heart of the village is back, bringing all kinds of surprises through the door.
Could Cherry’s impulse purchase change all their lives – and bring everyone the happiness they’re searching for?
Review:
I had a tough time fully getting into The Impulse Purchase. It took over 100 pages before they even bought the pub, which made the start feel really slow.
The way the points of view swapped between characters was confusing sometimes, especially since it didn’t clearly say who was narrating. I liked the idea of multiple perspectives, but it could have been easier to follow.
The story was also pretty predictable, and some parts felt too descriptive for me. It wasn’t bad, but it didn’t really grab me.
That said, the relationships between the women – especially the family dynamic, were nice. It’s a decent read, but nothing special for me. This is why I’m rating this one a 3/5!
