A review by lauren_miller
Cranford by Elizabeth Gaskell

funny hopeful lighthearted reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.75

I can't quite recall how this funny little book was brought to my attention, only that it was meant to have the same societal charm as Jane Austen. To that effect, it certainly delivers! It is lighthearted, silly, proper, and overall such a wonderful window into that period in time; to be a spinster was not such a tragedy should one have good friends and a reliable income. Would I recommend this to anyone? I'm not sure. If you're an Austen fanatic or generally classical reader, this is an easy one to tick off the list. Otherwise, you may find it a bit pointless.