Hotel Laguna
Hotel Laguna
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Laguna Beach, California • 1940s
2023
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Hotel Laguna by Nicola Harrison follows the journey of a young woman after World War II as she navigates her life post-war. She moves to Laguna Beach, where she finds opportunities, encounters unexpected challenges, and experiences personal growth while working at a historic hotel. The novel explores themes of identity, resilience, and new beginnings.
Nostalgic
Romantic
Emotional
Heartwarming
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
3,459 ratings
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Review Roundup
Hotel Laguna by Nicola Harrison captivates with its vivid historical setting and engaging protagonist. Positive reviews commend its well-researched backdrop and emotional depth. However, some readers find the pacing uneven and character development lacking. Overall, the novel offers an immersive glimpse into a bygone era, appealing to fans of historical fiction.
Who Should Read Hotel Laguna?
A reader who enjoys Hotel Laguna by Nicola Harrison likely appreciates historical fiction with strong female protagonists. Fans of The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah and The Paris Library by Janet Skeslien Charles, who enjoy rich settings and complex personal journeys, will find this book appealing.
3,459 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
278
Novel • Fiction
Laguna Beach, California • 1940s
2023
Adult
18+ years
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