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ageekybibliophile's review against another edition
3.0
This book was lacking something and I'm not sure what.. Plus Muriel didn't have as much of a part in this novel it mainly focuses on Sheila and Rons daughter Louise and the surprise visit of a previous village tenant. This was also the first novel that didn't have a wedding in it which again made it feel like it was lacking something... All in all a must read, if you enjoy the series but i didn't think this was the strongest entry yet...
zuzubaloo's review against another edition
4.0
Craddock Fitch is determined to be seen as “Lord of the Manor”, and as such is doing things the Big House used to do. The upcoming Village Show has everybody excited but there are potential delays that are about to come up. The Rector once again finds himself being admired by a woman, is scandal about to happen again? Will Caroline put up with any more from him?
This one seemed to be more on the tamer side than the previous three, still an enjoyable read but not quite as dramatic with death or accidents. I love how they’re light, easy to read and don’t require much thought.
Poor Pat. She didn’t have a good time not with the village gossipers spreading rumours about her new man. I’m rooting for them.
Louise Bissett was a strange woman. Her infatuation with the Rector was almost creepy. She was lovely and likeable come the end. Her getting over her infatuation with Peter and getting a job up at the Big House did her the world of good, that and finding herself a lover - although as of yet she’s keeping that knowledge to herself, I can’t imagine for long, not within a small village.
Craddock Fitch is a sly one. He’s up to no good and only looking after his interests. I’m hoping either the villagers turn against him or he changes his attitude because he isn’t as likeable as he is.
This one seemed to be more on the tamer side than the previous three, still an enjoyable read but not quite as dramatic with death or accidents. I love how they’re light, easy to read and don’t require much thought.
Poor Pat. She didn’t have a good time not with the village gossipers spreading rumours about her new man. I’m rooting for them.
Louise Bissett was a strange woman. Her infatuation with the Rector was almost creepy. She was lovely and likeable come the end. Her getting over her infatuation with Peter and getting a job up at the Big House did her the world of good, that and finding herself a lover - although as of yet she’s keeping that knowledge to herself, I can’t imagine for long, not within a small village.
Craddock Fitch is a sly one. He’s up to no good and only looking after his interests. I’m hoping either the villagers turn against him or he changes his attitude because he isn’t as likeable as he is.
june_englit_phd's review
4.0
Passions are running high in the little fictional village of Turnham Malpas when Craddock Fitch announces that he wishes to host the Village Show. Louise, the daughter of Sir Ronald and Lady Bissett, takes on the organisation of the event - but discovers that although her administrative and organisational skills in practical matters are exemplary, her social life is not so well ordered. She pursues one local resident, much to the disgust of the other locals; and makes herself Public Enemy Number One.
A former village-dweller returns, albeit briefly, but their appearance causes consternation for someone, with consequences that could have an effect on their marriage. Along with all this drama, there is a bit of a complication with the site of the Show - will it have to be called off at the last minute? And love is in the air for more than one happy couple in the village....
I love this series - it's my "perfect" escape, even though some of the characters drive me nuts at times. I look forward to returning to Turnham Malpas when I read the next instalment, Village Secrets.
A former village-dweller returns, albeit briefly, but their appearance causes consternation for someone, with consequences that could have an effect on their marriage. Along with all this drama, there is a bit of a complication with the site of the Show - will it have to be called off at the last minute? And love is in the air for more than one happy couple in the village....
I love this series - it's my "perfect" escape, even though some of the characters drive me nuts at times. I look forward to returning to Turnham Malpas when I read the next instalment, Village Secrets.
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