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ahmclellan 's review for:
The American Heiress
by Daisy Goodwin
I picked this up after a visit to the local library to get my library card (I felt guilty for leaving empty-handed). I liked Downton Abbey, so I thought I'd enjoy this.
Good: It was a quick read that was at least entertaining enough to finish. It didn't cost me anything (thanks library!) If you're interested in 19th century society, you'll enjoy a lot of it.
Bad: The plot is rushed in many places, and spends far too long describing clothing. The characters are mostly unlikeable, unrealistic, and undeveloped. Saw the plot "twist" coming a mile a way. Borrowed so heavily from Downton Abbey that it felt distasteful.
I wanted more from the characters, and the plot. The writing wasn't bad, but the plot was certainly lacking.
Good: It was a quick read that was at least entertaining enough to finish. It didn't cost me anything (thanks library!) If you're interested in 19th century society, you'll enjoy a lot of it.
Bad: The plot is rushed in many places, and spends far too long describing clothing. The characters are mostly unlikeable, unrealistic, and undeveloped. Saw the plot "twist" coming a mile a way. Borrowed so heavily from Downton Abbey that it felt distasteful.
I wanted more from the characters, and the plot. The writing wasn't bad, but the plot was certainly lacking.