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Given that I thought this was supposed to be a "light" book, I'm finding the subplot with Mundic downright creepy and off-putting. Anyone else feel this way?

Blueballew Yes. I think he could have been left out of the book.

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Half way through and just don't like it. Do I finish?

Sheryl Nope - I skimmed the second half in case I was missing the 5 star bit - it didn't get any better for me.…moreNope - I skimmed the second half in case I was missing the 5 star bit - it didn't get any better for me.(less)

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I listened to the audiobook and somehow missed this: Who was Barbara to Margery Benson?

Fiona Evans As a child, Margery went to live with her two aunts. Barbara was their maid.

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What happened to Margery's father - did he shoot himself or just left for another family?

Sheryl He shot himself after receiving the news that all his sons had been killed.

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