Review: a lovely light-hearted romantic comedy
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 03 20, 2014
Despite the fact that this book has had a lot of publicity lately, I still wasn’t sure what to expect. There is the Hall, of course, which allows the author to write a pastiche on ‘Downton Abbey’ but if you are expecting anything else along those lines then you may well be disappointed. Described as a romantic comedy, it didn’t have me laughing out loud although I did find my lips curling up into a smile every so often.I enjoyed the way Gemma and Edward’s  relationship developed and how they are both so full of doubt. Many readers will identify with the way in which Gemma is thrown into the deep end and her attempts to pass herself off as gentry. Her insecurities are what endear her to us. Her passion and enthusiasm for life come through strongly and the ending wraps everything up most satisfactorily.  There are some great minor characters too in the form of Lady Constance and the cook, Kathleen.The book is well written and if you are looking for something light and humorous and enjoy reality shows then this is for you.