Review ~ “The Juniper Gin Joint” by Lizzie Lovell

Star Rating ~ 2/5

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Synopsis

When their museum is threatened with closure, Jen and her co-workers must come up with a plan to save it. Turning to their hobby, they decide to turn it into a museum-come-gin bar. Trouble brews when an old flame shows up and threatens their plans

What I liked about “The Juniper Gin Joint”

The story itself was great, a group of friends distilling gin and trying to save the museum, but that’s kind of it. I liked that there were a few gin making facts sprinkled and they were quite interesting.

What I disliked about “The Juniper Gin Joint”

There was a slightly forced romantic storyline which was a bit unnecessary. It didn’t add anything to the story and you wouldn’t lose anything without it, apart from an embarrassing moment of her dog running off and humping another dog. The group also didn’t face much objection, there was a bit but it was quashed incredibly easily. It was a bit like “We are going to build a gin bar” “No you’re not” “Yeah we are” “……Yeah okay, go on then” “Yaaay”

Overall Thoughts on “The Juniper Gin Joint”

I ended up giving “The Juniper Gin Joint” two stars. It’s always a bit disappointing when you have a great story concept that is sort of…just that. However, it was a nice, fun story that entertained me. It would be a good read if you are looking for something easy to enjoy on holiday or sitting in the garden during the summer.

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