maria161985 's review for:

The American Heiress by Daisy Goodwin

3.0

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When I first began reading this book, I was intrigued to learn more about Cora Cash, and the difference that she would make being an American heiress in a British household. As I began reading on, I realized that Cora was different from the other individuals whom have descended on high-society in the United Kingdom. I truly felt for Cora as she tried to weave her way with Ivo, the Double Duchess, and others in power, whom were unkind to her from the start. Although there were a few instances in which I felt that Cora didn't deserve her position, I was mostly ecstatic to read of her adventures, and the ways in which she became a force to be reckoned with when she put her mind to something. I loved the character of Teddy, and was secretly rooting for him to become an integral part of Cora's life, as I felt that Teddy was a much better fit for her then Ivo. There were certain parts of British life that I enjoyed learning about however, felt that much of it was drawn-out a tad, with the book being overrun with details which were unimportant to the plotline. I loved hearing about the Prince of Wales, and how he was an intriguing character at all parties he attended. Overall, this was an excellent novel on how different cultures intermingle with one another, and the beauty that each of them bring out in one another.