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I'm about halfway through and can't figure out when Margaret Lea's story is set. I'm thinking sometime between 1950 and 1970, since there are cars but she takes notes using a notepad and does her research using print books and newspapers. Did I miss the mention of a year?

C.E. O'Grady In an interview a while back Setterfield explained how she purposely set her novel in an ambiguous time. I had the same question and hunted down the a…moreIn an interview a while back Setterfield explained how she purposely set her novel in an ambiguous time. I had the same question and hunted down the answer from the source. Enjoy! It's a great read. (less)

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Terri The first time I "read" this book, it was the unabridged audio book. At that time, I had a ridiculous commute: 62 miles EACH WAY! So, I listened to a …moreThe first time I "read" this book, it was the unabridged audio book. At that time, I had a ridiculous commute: 62 miles EACH WAY! So, I listened to a LOT of audio books for those years. I must say that the audio version of The Thirteenth Tale is the best-produced audio book I've ever read. Two different actresses are used: one representing Margaret, which is the primary voice; and one to represent Vida Winter as she is telling her story to Margaret. The actresses selected -- and their portrayals -- are spot on! Even if you've read this book with your eyes, I would recommend listening to the audio book if you have the time. You will thoroughly enjoy every second!(less)

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Shalini M I think that the use of the word "I" here is in context of recounting her story. She has otherwise used it to refer to herself in the present time.…moreI think that the use of the word "I" here is in context of recounting her story. She has otherwise used it to refer to herself in the present time.(less)

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