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The American Heiress
by Daisy Goodwin
The American Heiress focuses on young Cora Cash, whose mother is desperately set on marrying her to an English duke. We are treated to about two years in Cora's life, as she adjusts to her new life as an English Duchess and to the demands of English society.
I did find myself terribly frustrated with many of the character's actions. Cora was treated horribly by most of the characters, though she often made poor choices herself! Ivo was horrid throughout the entire book - his confession/explanation at the end felt false to me and I was unbelievably angry with Cora's belief in him, though it did go along with customs of the time.
The book is marketed to those that are Downton Abbey fans. It does have a few minor similarities (Cora is an American heiress on the show; Sybil as a character; a footman named Thomas), however, it takes place a decade or so before the show. It doesn't have the same charm as the show, however, it was an easy and enjoyable read - even if I did find myself shaking my head at the characters choices!!
I did find myself terribly frustrated with many of the character's actions. Cora was treated horribly by most of the characters, though she often made poor choices herself! Ivo was horrid throughout the entire book - his confession/explanation at the end felt false to me and I was unbelievably angry with Cora's belief in him, though it did go along with customs of the time.
The book is marketed to those that are Downton Abbey fans. It does have a few minor similarities (Cora is an American heiress on the show; Sybil as a character; a footman named Thomas), however, it takes place a decade or so before the show. It doesn't have the same charm as the show, however, it was an easy and enjoyable read - even if I did find myself shaking my head at the characters choices!!