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This is such a perfectly wonderful story that left me crying and laughing the entire time. I keep looking for opportunities to use the phrase, "there's so much scope for the imagination if..."
Loved it! Can't wait to get to the next one! ...more
Loved it! Can't wait to get to the next one! ...more
Unapologetically wholesome, sentimental, and kind-hearted, this is either a book that will hit you just right or will make you want to barf. Most women my age (50ish) read it when they were children and loved it. I missed it somehow back then, even though I'd read many adjacent books that you'd think would have led me there (Little Women, Secret Garden, Heidi, etc.).
So I first read it as an adult, and the first time it didn't do much for me. I figured it was just one of those books best appreci ...more
So I first read it as an adult, and the first time it didn't do much for me. I figured it was just one of those books best appreci ...more
I saw the movies long, long ago, and I was impressed with how true to the book the first one is. What language! What dialog! My favorite part was definitely the glimpse into daily mentalities and lifestyles of another time period. It's a lovely book.
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I enjoyed reading this as a teenager. A really delightful story, and an inspirational read for any young lady.
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Trisha
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