Absurd ... but that's what a farce is

Ridiculous by D.L. Carter

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


I write farce and appreciate the genre. As a man I read this to see how a female author wrote for a predominantly female readership. Jane Austin’s Pride and Prejudice it’s not, and you need to suspend belief but the humour is good, as is the attention to detail without overwhelming the story.
I wasn't sure what to expect. This book is pure entertainment; an escape. It’s fun, witty, and conversationally absurd. Millicent's love for her family, and later for the Duke, drives her to sacrifice her own happiness in order to secure their futures. On assuming the identity of her deceased tight-fisted male cousin, she begins an adventure of epic proportions whilst revelling in the freedom of living as a man. Losing the restrictive requirements of being female gives her an opportunity to grow and be valued for her business sense and wit. Her adventure is never dull.




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