This is a typically Pymish novel - full of brilliant observations on life - timeless in their accuracy. As usual the theme centres on the Church and the devoted ladies that serve the Church. In many ways these people are ludicrous - ladies
of a certain age becoming overcome with the arrival of a new curate. However, the reader becomes sympathetic to them because they are so positive and enthusiastic and behave honourably in many ways. The men - whether they are Archdeacons, Churchwardens or Curates are regularly bested by these women. This book is about two sisters living together and their relationships - with each other and the couple at the Vicarage, the Curate and fellow Church Workers. There are a surprising number of emotional undercurrents in their lives, and although they might consider their lives dull there are plenty of incidents for the reader to enjoy. Rating 9/10
This is a typically Pymish novel - full of brilliant observations on life - timeless in their accuracy. As usual the theme centres on the Church and the devoted ladies that serve the Church. In many ways these people are ludicrous - ladies
of a certain age becoming overcome with the arrival of a new curate. However, the reader becomes sympathetic to them because they are so positive and enthusiastic and behave honourably in many ways. The men - whether they are Archdeacons, Churchwardens or Curates are regularly bested by these women. This book is about two sisters living together and their relationships - with each other and the couple at the Vicarage, the Curate and fellow Church Workers. There are a surprising number of emotional undercurrents in their lives, and although they might consider their lives dull there are plenty of incidents for the reader to enjoy. Rating 9/10
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