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A review by eastofreaden
Miss Jane by Brad Watson
4.0
I will be the first to admit I was skeptical of this story. I’m usually reluctant when a man writes about a woman’s experience because it is rarely done correctly. But, the premise was intriguing (about something I’ve never read about before), and inspired by the author’s great-aunt. And I am so glad I gave it a shot because I met one of the best characters.
Watson put me right in her heart and head and led me through her life with such tender care. This was beautifully written, and I truly felt like I was reading what she thought and felt as a young girl, a teenager, and an adult in her situation. She defies the expectations others have of her and for her, and I loved witnessing how much of a remarkable human being she was.
My very first thought when I was finished was, "I can't wait to read that again." I then immediately looked up Watson to see what else he'd written, and I was so sad to learn that this was his last novel and he passed away in June 2020. But what a brilliant final novel to leave us with.
Watson put me right in her heart and head and led me through her life with such tender care. This was beautifully written, and I truly felt like I was reading what she thought and felt as a young girl, a teenager, and an adult in her situation. She defies the expectations others have of her and for her, and I loved witnessing how much of a remarkable human being she was.
My very first thought when I was finished was, "I can't wait to read that again." I then immediately looked up Watson to see what else he'd written, and I was so sad to learn that this was his last novel and he passed away in June 2020. But what a brilliant final novel to leave us with.