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debbiecuddy's review against another edition
4.0
What a delight it has been to re-read this book after so many years!
catladylover94's review against another edition
3.0
was just ok, if i did not write down the characters, i would have been confused right from the start, to much family drama, and conflict, and just plain just, would have been a better read with 300 pages less,
tbsims's review against another edition
3.0
the images of a calm but fulfilling life, how these rural/secluded spaces cultivate nice dependence/reliance/connections to your neighbors.
The funny role of the nanny/housekeeper vs estate owner...and who is dependent on whom.
I realize they are of another time but it is a bit sad how very second level the women are - dependent on the men for money, possibly admonished for spending too much, having choices taken on their behalf...
The funny role of the nanny/housekeeper vs estate owner...and who is dependent on whom.
I realize they are of another time but it is a bit sad how very second level the women are - dependent on the men for money, possibly admonished for spending too much, having choices taken on their behalf...
aspygirlsmom_1995's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
carriecart's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
halfcentreader's review against another edition
3.0
3.5
I very much enjoy Pilcher. She writes without haste and with a very good turn of phrase. Lots of detail and vibrant description of place. The best surprise I had was in an early chapter when a character from Shell Seekers turns up! And then later Pilcher has Violet Aird recall an encounter with this character's mother. Interconnectedness! What a wonderful surprise.
I very much enjoy Pilcher. She writes without haste and with a very good turn of phrase. Lots of detail and vibrant description of place. The best surprise I had was in an early chapter when a character from Shell Seekers turns up! And then later Pilcher has Violet Aird recall an encounter with this character's mother. Interconnectedness! What a wonderful surprise.
mrsmisko's review against another edition
hopeful
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
nae1226's review against another edition
3.0
Just okay. Lots of description of the diverse weather. Setting is a small Scottish village. I found the lords and ladies and acquiring titles interesting. Lots of characters and several twists.
shilohheyob's review against another edition
5.0
This book was so endearing and the description of the scenery and fall time weather was charming and enrapturing. I thoroughly enjoyed becoming well acquainted with each character and the interplay between them all.