The Solitary Summer by Elizabeth von Arnim, Deborah Kellaway

190 pages first pub 1899 (editions)

fiction classics historical reflective slow-paced
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This delightful companion to the famous Elizabeth and Her German Garden is a witty, lyrical account of a rejuvenating summer. Descriptions of magnificent larkspurs and burning nasturtiums give way to those of cooling forest walks, and of clamberin...

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Community Reviews Summary of 56 reviews

Moods

reflective 83%
relaxing 66%
funny 50%
inspiring 33%
lighthearted 33%
challenging 16%
emotional 16%
hopeful 16%
informative 16%

Pace

slow 40%
medium 40%
fast 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 80% | Plot: 20%

Strong character development?

No: 75% | N/A: 25%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 75% | N/A: 25%

Average rating

3.93

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