Customer Reviews
Brilliant - By: Ms. E. A. Mabbott, 22 Oct 2003 
The book is wonderfully writtenin nostalgic tones. Pilcher convinces the reader to love every character, including Noel who is infuriating yet endearing. The stories within the story are wovenin nicely & the introduction to each character is clever, leaving the reader tantalisingly wanting to know more.
A book to re-read for relaxation - By: , 20 Nov 2002 The novel revolves around Penelope, an elderly lady who we first meet returning from hospital. Her family are gradually introduced & woven together cleverly, with subsequent sections of the book told from their perspectives. Each section leads neatly on to the next. There is an unusual climax to the book, which could be shocking & yet is somehow peaceful, & the ending is satisfying, tidying up ends without being long-winded. A book to read again every few years.
Ok - By: , 20 Apr 2001 
This book was clearly spoken & worded. I would recommend it to anyone who loves old movies, romances & comedys. Altogether a great read.
Magnificence touching story. - By: , 04 Jun 2000 Rosamunde Pilcher creates a amazing piece of art. This book is touching, beautiful, sensitive & depth, describe with every little details the feelings, smells, colors & situations. The description of characters & their body language & feelings are amazing. The atmospherein this beautiful book, take you to magnificence places & show you the beautiful sides of this world. Sentimental people, can findin this book many feelings & situations that happened to them, But they never could not described them so good. You must read this wonderful book !
Pleasant holiday read (particularly if you love Cornwall) - By: , 12 Apr 2000 
The characters, to a greater or lesser extent, are 'types' familiar from other fiction, but the story sweeps one along. The flashbacks are convincingly done & cleverly maintain the sense of suspense. The frequent references to painting & gardening create a visual background to the action & the use of quotations from Louis Macniece's Autumn Journal gives depth to the romantic side of the story.
