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The Bookish Life of Nina Hill

by Abbi Waxman · 352 pages · Published July 2019
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3.66 / 5 across 40K ratings
Spice: 🌶️ (1/5)

A witty, charming Adult contemporary romance built around book lover, found family, trivia night. 352 pages with a gentle romantic thread and a satisfying conclusion.

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Mood profile
Romance
40%
Fantasy
0%
Pacing
3/5
Darkness
1/5
Spice
1/5
Core elements
Genre
Contemporary Romance
Comedy
Moods
Witty
Charming
Bookish
Key Tropes
Book Lover
Found Family
Trivia Night
Ending
Satisfying
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Sweet (1/5) — hints of romance but nothing explicit.

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Readers who love witty and charming stories with book lover and found family. Best suited for Adult readers and up.

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A witty, charming Adult contemporary romance built around book lover, found family, trivia night. 352 pages with a gentle romantic thread and a satisfying conclusion.

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📚 Last reviewed: March 2026 Guide verified against current edition
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