I enjoyed reading this poignant novel. As well as being beautifully written, with a sensitive and honest portrayal of the central character's motivations and relationships, the story line was compelling. The author also successfully evoked post-WW2 austerity and the 1950 period setting through detailed descriptions of food, clothes, furnishings and the cars of the period. I was born in 1950 and lived in Petts Wood in Kent until I was 3. Petts Wood was where my parents began their married lives. I had heard my mother talk what suburban life was like there. I recognised many of the place names, which added to a sense of appreciation of this novel.
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This is an excellent book about a middle aged woman leading a boring life unexpectedly finds love. It has a twist at the end, which I didn’t think was necessary, but we’ll worth reading.
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This is a compelling read which I'd highly recommend. The book arrived on time and was a good price. Sadly the cover was slightly damaged but as it had been requested for a birthday gift, I didn't have time to source a replacement.
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I really enjoyed this book. It was an interesting story beautifully written.
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Bought this book for a friend as I had really enjoyed reading it and other friends I’d bought it for had loved it too.
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Enjoyable read Suppliers replaced damaged first copy very speedily - thank you
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Easy read Good service
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It was a well written piece of fiction but forgettable.
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Great book
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