Review of Scrubby's PBnJ
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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Scrubby's PBnJ" by Mike J. Kizman.]
Brynn, also known as Scrubby, runs a restaurant that sells peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. They are made entirely of homemade and fresh ingredients. She had opened the place with her friend, Sabrina. The two work long hours, but their restaurant has started to become a gathering place for many in the community. Brynn, plagued by insecurity, meets an attractive man after she sprains her ankle. Dewey, an EMT, tends to her ankle and asks her on a date. This could be the start of a great romance if Brynn is able to accept it. Dive into her world by reading Scrubby's PBnJ by Mike J. Kizman!
I thought the characters were well-developed. Brynn stood out to me as incredibly relatable. She was a young woman working to achieve her dream. However, she was plagued by doubts. Her self-esteem was low due to high school bullies and their comments on her appearance. While she was able to reclaim the nickname they gave her, the insecurity about her body remained. Additionally, at times, she wondered if she was wasting her education as she only made peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. She had attended culinary school and done well, so she sometimes wondered if she should be doing more. I think this is quite relatable to many who might have sacrificed a fancy or high-paying job to pursue their passions.
My only critique of the book revolves around some scene changes. While this was not always the case, there were a few times the scene would change in the middle of a page. I tend to dislike abrupt changes between characters and locations such as this, as I tend to get a bit confused. While it was easy to figure out where the new location was and who the new characters in the scene were, I did dislike the hard cuts in the middle of a chapter. This is more of a personal preference, so other readers may not find it to be an issue.
I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. While there were a few confusing scene changes throughout the book, the dynamic characters and compelling story more than made up for it. I think that Brynn's struggles will resonate with many, especially young people. For those looking for a slice-of-life book or some romance, this is the perfect option. It is a wholesome experience and encourages you to follow your dreams. The book does contain Christian characters and themes; it might be best suited for Christians. However, I think anyone with an open mind, regardless of religion, would be able to enjoy this book.
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Scrubby's PBnJ
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Brynn, also known as Scrubby, runs a restaurant that sells peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. They are made entirely of homemade and fresh ingredients. She had opened the place with her friend, Sabrina. The two work long hours, but their restaurant has started to become a gathering place for many in the community. Brynn, plagued by insecurity, meets an attractive man after she sprains her ankle. Dewey, an EMT, tends to her ankle and asks her on a date. This could be the start of a great romance if Brynn is able to accept it. Dive into her world by reading Scrubby's PBnJ by Mike J. Kizman!
I thought the characters were well-developed. Brynn stood out to me as incredibly relatable. She was a young woman working to achieve her dream. However, she was plagued by doubts. Her self-esteem was low due to high school bullies and their comments on her appearance. While she was able to reclaim the nickname they gave her, the insecurity about her body remained. Additionally, at times, she wondered if she was wasting her education as she only made peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. She had attended culinary school and done well, so she sometimes wondered if she should be doing more. I think this is quite relatable to many who might have sacrificed a fancy or high-paying job to pursue their passions.
My only critique of the book revolves around some scene changes. While this was not always the case, there were a few times the scene would change in the middle of a page. I tend to dislike abrupt changes between characters and locations such as this, as I tend to get a bit confused. While it was easy to figure out where the new location was and who the new characters in the scene were, I did dislike the hard cuts in the middle of a chapter. This is more of a personal preference, so other readers may not find it to be an issue.
I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. While there were a few confusing scene changes throughout the book, the dynamic characters and compelling story more than made up for it. I think that Brynn's struggles will resonate with many, especially young people. For those looking for a slice-of-life book or some romance, this is the perfect option. It is a wholesome experience and encourages you to follow your dreams. The book does contain Christian characters and themes; it might be best suited for Christians. However, I think anyone with an open mind, regardless of religion, would be able to enjoy this book.
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Scrubby's PBnJ
View: on Bookshelves |
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