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Somewhere Safe with Somebody Good

Jan Karon
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Somewhere Safe with Somebody Good

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014

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Jan Karon

Somewhere Safe with Somebody Good

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

511

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Mitford, North Carolina • 2010s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Somewhere Safe with Somebody Good by Jan Karon, Father Tim returns to Mitford after a European vacation. He navigates retirement challenges and rekindles connections with the community while pondering life's purpose. The story explores themes of faith, friendship, and personal growth as Father Tim integrates back into his beloved hometown’s daily life.

Heartwarming

Serene

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.5

23,253 ratings

86%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jan Karon's Somewhere Safe with Somebody Good delights fans with its heartwarming return to Mitford, marked by charming character dynamics and gentle humor. However, some find the plot meandering and slower-paced. Overall, its warmth and nostalgia resonate, appealing to long-time readers seeking comfort in familiar surroundings.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Somewhere Safe with Somebody Good?

A reader who cherishes heartwarming tales of community and faith would enjoy Somewhere Safe with Somebody Good by Jan Karon. Fans of comforting, small-town narratives, akin to The Mitford Series or A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman, will find solace in its gentle wisdom and enduring friendships.

4.5

23,253 ratings

86%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

511

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Mitford, North Carolina • 2010s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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