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There is so much to love about the characters in this book and there are so many quotes about life that I found so beautiful. I really am sad it is over. Don’t let the length of the book keep you from reading it. You will love it.

autumn_dannay's review against another edition

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5.0

A slow start, but a fulfilling finish. My Lord, that plot twist. I’m hoping to read more of Pilcher’s books soon... if only the ILL department would open again!

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4.0

Pilcher has a wonderful way of describing scenes, places, characters, situations, relationships and feelings. I enjoyed the story but most of all I enjoyed the way that she described the small details. Definitely I would like to read one more book from the author.

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emotional sad slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

Pilcher is an excellent technician and there are genuinely lovely little moments, but she also loves a flighty woman of mystery that everyone is inexplicably captivated by. However said flighty woman really came through in the end in a startlingly moving and emotional sequence. Face it, you’re here for the cozy autumn in Scotland vibes and it delivers. I suppose it’s harder now to be truly invested or sympathetic to the plights of the landed gentry, but you can’t argue with Pilcher’s skill as a wordsmith.

emilydias65's review against another edition

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emotional slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character

3.75

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