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This was another great read by Edith Wharton. Although not as favored as Ethan Frome which it has been compared to, I loved it for the similarities of the complex characters and relationships. This one was a sad sort of coming of age story but more profound than a simple summer romance, and far from formulaic. Apparently this was written based on Edith Wharton's own love affair which made it even more interesting and left me wanting to read more about her personal life. Definitely recommended for fans of her books. The writing is sophisticated and beautiful as typical of her style, yet easy reading for a classic. As usual she leaves you wondering about the characters.
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September 13, 2015
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September 13, 2015
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December 4, 2015
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December 4, 2015
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December 7, 2015
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December 8, 2015
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I agree, Iris! I always mean to get around to these classics and never do. Appreciate the inspiration.
This sounds good Julie. I haven't read anything by Edith Wharton yet but I do have The House Of Mirth waiting. Have you read that?
Thanks so much for the kind words, ladies. Once I started reading the classics and discovered how wonderful some of them were, I wanted to read more.
Melanie wrote: "This sounds good Julie. I haven't read anything by Edith Wharton yet but I do have The House Of Mirth waiting. Have you read that?"Melanie, I have read The House of Mirth and liked it a lot. I had read The Age of Innocence and loved her writing so read this one next. I hope you like it!
Very nice review, Julie.
Julie , I enjoyed your review and its really nice as the others have said to see your appreciation for these classics. I get so caught up in reading new releases that I very rarely go to these timeless books . I should change that once in a while .
My plan is to read many classics in 2016, and Wharton is top on my list since reading Ethan Fromme. Great Review!!
You've inspired me to read more classics in 2016!
Julie you are our BT classics queen :)
☮K wrote: "Very nice review, Julie."Thanks Karen!
Angela M wrote: "Julie , I enjoyed your review and its really nice as the others have said to see your appreciation for these classics. I get so caught up in reading new releases that I very rarely go to these time..."Thanks Angela! I can relate, but I seem to have more trouble getting to the newer releases. So many books!
Karen wrote: "My plan is to read many classics in 2016, and Wharton is top on my list since reading Ethan Fromme. Great Review!!"Thanks Karen! That's great to hear. Wharton is a favorite. That was one of my favorite books this year.
Jennifer wrote: "You've inspired me to read more classics in 2016!"Yay! I hope you enjoy them as much as I do!
☯Cathrine wrote: "Julie you are our BT classics queen :)":)
I think the Bingo challenge helped me squeeze in a few! ;)
Julie, I am intrigued now and have added this to my 'might-read' list.
B the BookAddict wrote: "Julie, I am intrigued now and have added this to my 'might-read' list."B, hope you like it if you try it. I like that idea of a "might-read" list.
I do love Wharton's novels excepting Ethan Frome which I found terribly depressing.
Such a womderful little review, Julie. This looks good!
Sounds good Julie. Need to get to this one. Great review!
B the BookAddict wrote: "I do love Wharton's novels excepting Ethan Frome which I found terribly depressing."You may like this one better since it's not as intense, for lack of a better word. That one was haunting...it stayed with me for a long time.
Christine wrote: "Such a womderful little review, Julie. This looks good!"Thanks Christine! I just love her writing.
Carol wrote: "Sounds good Julie. Need to get to this one. Great review!"Thanks Carol! Hope you get to it someday.
Stephanie wrote: "Great review , Julie!!!"Thanks Stephanie! I know you are a fan of hers. Have you read this one?
Sabah, if you are familiar with Wharton's love affair (and of course being a fan) I think you would love this novel! Can't wait to hear your thoughts on it! Thank *you*!!!
Sabah wrote: "❶Ĵܱ wrote: "Sabah, if you are familiar with Wharton's love affair (and of course being a fan) I think you would love this novel! Can't wait to hear your thoughts on it! Thank *you*!!!"Julie, I..."
I'm glad you mentioned this, Sabah, or I might have missed! Thanks for letting me know... I'll watch for your review. You are in for a treat. :)
You might entice some readers like me, with no natural inclination to read these type of books, to consider expanding our literary interests..
Lovely review!