I guess this book helped me realize that when it comes to reading books intended to be funny, I prefer the subtle and understated British style of comedy. It also turns out to be nearly timeless – still funny after a hundred years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When I started reading this book I had no idea of how old it was or the story, and it felt like it with a few minor adjustments it could be a contemporary tale. The story of a confident young woman starting a new life in a rather scary situation – the spooky and devoid of life Cold Comfort Farm – was all the better as it put the female lead behind the steering wheel and let her take control of the situation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The writer showed us each character\u2019s motivations and weaknesses, and we enjoy Flora\u2019s good-hearted manipulations and polite and surefooted suggestions. I felt like I should be reading more female characters that are written in this positive, confident style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I\u2019ll look into more books like this one – it is a genre that I never thought I would particularly get into, so a nice surprise. Next I\u2019m reading Beloved by Toni Morrison. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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