Angela Thirkell
1947
4/5 stars
Continuing the Barsetshire series, this lightly romantic novel takes place shortly after the end of WWII, with the county residents still trying to adapt. Peggy Arbuthnot, a young widow, and her sister-in-law Effie, move to Southbridge and together create quite a stir among the eligible men and the match-makers.
As is usual with Thirkell, this is a witty and often snarky book, poking gentle fun at her characters, but writing them well. It has a satisfying ending, and despite a few almost shocking dated comments, is a pleasure to read -- all 463 pages.
