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diana_eveline's review against another edition
3.0
A vicar and his family moves to a town full of miners who aren't exactly happy to receive him. The vicar, Mr. Lindley, is not easily discouraged and strives to win their affection whilst also boosting his prestige. He seeks profitable marriages for his daughters, Louisa and Mary, be it in funds or in stature. This has dire consequences for both sisters.
This is honestly such a tragic story. I realise the ending is made to look slightly relieving, as Louisa is technically able to escape from an unhappy life that her sister has fallen into. But Mr. Lindley's response to Albert's request for Louisa's hand is just absurd. I was almost questioning whether the man has any heart at all, sending his daughter off as easy as that, all to prevent her associating with Albert to tarnish his reputation. He is no better than the people in his congregation whom he harshly judges for their cold behaviour towards him and his family.
This is honestly such a tragic story. I realise the ending is made to look slightly relieving, as Louisa is technically able to escape from an unhappy life that her sister has fallen into. But Mr. Lindley's response to Albert's request for Louisa's hand is just absurd. I was almost questioning whether the man has any heart at all, sending his daughter off as easy as that, all to prevent her associating with Albert to tarnish his reputation. He is no better than the people in his congregation whom he harshly judges for their cold behaviour towards him and his family.
sduarte's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
janneke2302's review against another edition
slow-paced
2.0
This story was alright. I don't think I really got it though. I'm not sure what it means. That will probably change after I've discussed it in my seminar class though
narcissws's review
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
elinespoolder's review against another edition
4.0
1ST READ
I liked the language used, it captured teenagers ways of thinking well. But, I found it funny in many instances, which is not really what it was written for, I think. Mixed feelings. 3 stars
2ND READ
I liked it better the second time around. Now that I did not have to pay as much attention to the story, I could look at the symbolism and word use more closely. Things start to make more sense and it is easier to see the connections between characters, the situations they are in, and the behaviour they show. 4 stars
I liked the language used, it captured teenagers ways of thinking well. But, I found it funny in many instances, which is not really what it was written for, I think. Mixed feelings. 3 stars
2ND READ
I liked it better the second time around. Now that I did not have to pay as much attention to the story, I could look at the symbolism and word use more closely. Things start to make more sense and it is easier to see the connections between characters, the situations they are in, and the behaviour they show. 4 stars
lnatal's review
3.0
From BBC Radio 4:
4 Extra Debut. Impoverished sisters Louisa and Mary struggle to choose lives governed either by emotion or intellect. Stars Rachel Atkins and Cathy Sara.
4 Extra Debut. Impoverished sisters Louisa and Mary struggle to choose lives governed either by emotion or intellect. Stars Rachel Atkins and Cathy Sara.
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