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 Brilliant October 22, 2003
Ms. E. A. Mabbott (London, UK)
7 out of 9 found this review helpful
The book is wonderfully written in nostalgic tones. Pilcher convinces the reader to love every character, including Noel who is infuriating yet endearing. The stories within the story are woven in nicely and the introduction to each character is clever, leaving the reader tantalisingly wanting to know more.
A book to re-read for relaxation November 20, 2002
10 out of 13 found this review helpful
The novel revolves around Penelope, an elderly lady who we first meet returning from hospital. Her family are gradually introduced and woven together cleverly, with subsequent sections of the book told from their perspectives. Each section leads neatly on to the next. There is an unusual climax to the book, which could be shocking and yet is somehow peaceful, and the ending is satisfying, tidying up ends without being long-winded. A book to read again every few years.
 Ok April 20, 2001
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
This book was clearly spoken and worded. I would recommend it to anyone who loves old movies, romances and comedys. Altogether a great read.
Magnificence touching story. June 4, 2000
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
Rosamunde Pilcher creates a amazing piece of art. This book is touching, beautiful, sensitive and depth, describe with every little details the feelings, smells, colors and situations. The description of characters and their body language and feelings are amazing. The atmosphere in this beautiful book, take you to magnificence places and show you the beautiful sides of this world. Sentimental people, can find in this book many feelings and situations that happened to them, But they never could not described them so good. You must read this wonderful book !
 Pleasant holiday read (particularly if you love Cornwall) April 12, 2000
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
The characters, to a greater or lesser extent, are 'types' familiar from other fiction, but the story sweeps one along. The flashbacks are convincingly done and cleverly maintain the sense of suspense. The frequent references to painting and gardening create a visual background to the action and the use of quotations from Louis Macniece's Autumn Journal gives depth to the romantic side of the story.
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