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ORMOND BEACH, FLORIDA — October 21, 2026 — Author Alexander L. George is pleased to announce that his novel, *Once Upon a Mall*, has received a five-star review from Readers' Favorite, an independent book-review organization.Set in the Reading, Pennsylvania, area during the late 1980s, *Once Upon a Mall* explores the friendships, first loves, personal struggles, and unforgettable experiences of growing up during an era when shopping malls served as the social center of teenage life.
Inspired by the author's own experiences growing up in the Reading area, the novel brings readers back to Berkshire Mall and the atmosphere of small-town American life at the close of the 1980s.
In his five-star review, Readers' Favorite reviewer Steve Leshin praised the author's ability to capture the emotional depth of the characters, writing:
"I was most impressed with the author's ability to capture the innermost feelings between Billy and Jennifer."
Leshin also observed, "His crisp writing style enhances the story."
The recognition represents an important milestone for George, whose novel draws upon personal memories and a period of American life that continues to resonate with readers who came of age during the 1980s.
*Once Upon a Mall* is available through Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover editions.
**About the Author**
Alexander L. George is an author based in Ormond Beach, Florida. His fiction explores relationships, history, nostalgia, and the experiences that shape people's lives. His novel *Once Upon a Mall* draws inspiration from his formative years in the Reading, Pennsylvania, area.
**For More Information**
Author website: https://alexandergeorgebooks.com
Full Readers' Favorite review: https://readersfavorite.com/book-review/once-upon-a-mall