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Katherine
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I think I like historical fiction better than historical romance...
Overall I enjoyed this story of Katherine and the fate of her relationship with the Duke of Lancaster. For a “classic” this was a fairly easy read, even if it was a bit overly descriptive. The medieval times were an interesting time period to read about and the historical aspects were certainly not lacking. I enjoyed reading about characters based on real people, but somehow I never felt an emotional attachment to them. Had it not been for receiving this book as a gift I might not have had the drive in me to finish this one, but it had a satisfying ending so I am glad I made it through! I felt it could have been a couple hundred pages less. With this being the second Anya Seton book I’ve read I’m thinking her style is just not my cup of tea.
Overall I enjoyed this story of Katherine and the fate of her relationship with the Duke of Lancaster. For a “classic” this was a fairly easy read, even if it was a bit overly descriptive. The medieval times were an interesting time period to read about and the historical aspects were certainly not lacking. I enjoyed reading about characters based on real people, but somehow I never felt an emotional attachment to them. Had it not been for receiving this book as a gift I might not have had the drive in me to finish this one, but it had a satisfying ending so I am glad I made it through! I felt it could have been a couple hundred pages less. With this being the second Anya Seton book I’ve read I’m thinking her style is just not my cup of tea.
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Sep 04, 2015 10:05PM
For a book written in 1953 it has lasted well though hasn't it!
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This is one of my favourite books, although not read any other books by this author.
Phrynne wrote: "For a book written in 1953 it has lasted well though hasn't it!"Yes it is a timeless story. I'm glad I finally read it.
Andrew wrote: "This is one of my favourite books, although not read any other books by this author."This one seems to be a favorite of many Andrew. The only other one I've read by her is Dragonwyck, it's more gothic mystery. You may like it!
How ironic J that we gifted each other books that did not thrill either of us. I do wonder if 30+ years later I would have loved it as much. My tastes have changed a lot.
I think my tastes have changed also since I first started reading historical fiction. I love the time period of this book and still plan on reading it.(someday)
☯Cathrine wrote: "How ironic J that we gifted each other books that did not thrill either of us. I do wonder if 30+ years later I would have loved it as much. My tastes have changed a lot."Cathrine, I know, right? :D Too funny. It's funny how our tastes can change over time, mine have too.
Phyllis wrote: "I think my tastes have changed also since I first started reading historical fiction. I love the time period of this book and still plan on reading it.(someday)"Phyllis, you might really enjoy it if you love reading about this time period. Hope you get to it one day! So many books to be read.....
Thanks for the recommendation Julie.
I read Anya Seaton's books when I was in my teens. My favorite was Green Darkness, it still lingers as one of my favorite books. Perhaps I should go back & re-read it, to see how it stands up today.
Andrew wrote: "Thanks for the recommendation Julie."You're welcome. :)
Icewineanne, Green Darkness is also on my list. I'd be curious what your thoughts were the second time around too. I wish I had it in me to go back and re-read more old favorites.
❀Julie wrote: "Icewineanne, Green Darkness is also on my list. I'd be curious what your thoughts were the second time around too. I wish I had it in me to go back and re-read more old favorites."Me too!
But the new books are always so tempting, esp when they get rave reviews.
Icewineanne wrote: "❀Julie wrote: "Icewineanne, Green Darkness is also on my list. I'd be curious what your thoughts were the second time around too. I wish I had it in me to go back and re-read more old favorites."..."Exactly!
Informative review Julie. Think I'll pass on this one for now though.
