A review by morningtide
Miss Percy's Pocket Guide to the Care and Feeding of British Dragons by Quenby Olson

adventurous funny hopeful lighthearted slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

This story was cute and definitely in the lighthearted area. I don't know if I would have picked it to read on my own, but it was mentioned a few times and then set up as a big buddy read, so I felt more inclined to check it out.

I loved that the main character was middle aged rather than a 20-something, which you don't often get to see in these period style novels. Mildred obviously had her flaws, but I didn't find them frustrating. She was aware of her flaws as well, but when push finally came to shove, she stood up for herself. The romance was cute and just enough of the story without taking over.

I was in a bit of an overall reading slump when I started this, so I read it in very small bits and pieces - which made it feel like it took quite a bit of time to pick up. I think if I had had more motivation to read this in longer sittings I would have enjoyed it much more.