One of my favourites and though I don't re-read it every year, I do think of it every time April rolls around. Some will say the writing is dated, but I think that's part of the charm - a different time, a different pace of life. The film is excellent also, stunning scenery and excellent performances by Joan Plowright and Miranda Richardson.
Have not read the book but am a fool for the movie. My sister even had her hair cut a la Lady Caroline Dester (sp?) and has now been wearing in that bob - very red - for years. We also like to speak of the nest egg. And the wonderful line about looking like, "a disappointed Madonna."
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