Saturday, March 17, 2018

Growing Up by Angela Thirkell

Growing Up
Angela Thirkell
1944
4/5 stars

In this most satisfactory novel, Thirkell continues following the residents of Barsetshire as they live through WWII.  Growing Up focuses mainly on the twenty-somethings living in Winter Overcotes, as they take on adult responsibilities and grow out of childish thinking.  Thirkell writes with humor, charm, and just a bit of snark, which makes her books a true pleasure to read.  They must be read in order, though, so as to keep up with the characters.  If you like a gentle read, and have any interest in England in the 1930's and 1940's, I certainly recommend this series.  (High Rising begins the series.)



      

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