greenbeansNovember 20, 2021(Edited November 20, 2021)
I've only read Crampton Hodnet. I was genuinely surprised that Jessie Morrow ended up not getting marriedso I guess it subverted my expectations! I just wished there was a better fate for her than continuing on as a paid companion but maybe acceptance of a decent enough life is better than an unrealistic 'happy ever after.'
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Barbara Pym. The curate always marries someone else and the heroine is just f'ing fine with it. Also lavish descriptions of food and clothes.
I've only read Crampton Hodnet. I was genuinely surprised thatJessie Morrow ended up not getting married so I guess it subverted my expectations! I just wished there was a better fate for her than continuing on as a paid companion but maybe acceptance of a decent enough life is better than an unrealistic 'happy ever after.'
Love Barbara Pym and her heroines.