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They say that Georgette Heyer is the queen of witty dialogue. If so, then D.E. Stevenson is the queen of friendly conversation. Even though Green Money is not my favorite Stevenson novel, I reveled in the affectionate, congenial, often blunt, banter of lifelong companions. It's my favorite kind of eavesdropping.
George Ferrier is happily walking down the street, enjoying the sunshine and the fact that it is his 25th birthday. Little does he know that he will soon fall into an adventure which incl ...more
George Ferrier is happily walking down the street, enjoying the sunshine and the fact that it is his 25th birthday. Little does he know that he will soon fall into an adventure which incl ...more
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I usually fall in love with DES’s characters — one of the reasons I so enjoy her work. Green Money is more of a farce, with really only one “relatable” character. And while the farcical elements aren’t as brilliant as those in Miss Buncle’s Book, it’s still an enjoyable read.
Delightfully silly, with a sweet romance nestled inside. I found myself laughing several times at D. E. Stevenson’s wit.
On a side note, I’m really glad I had read a few other reviews beforehand and knew to expect more comedy than romance. It’s a departure from the author’s normal style, so take that in consideration when setting your expectations for this novel.
On a side note, I’m really glad I had read a few other reviews beforehand and knew to expect more comedy than romance. It’s a departure from the author’s normal style, so take that in consideration when setting your expectations for this novel.
I've long loved D.E. Stevenson's books and when I happened to see this one on the library shelf I thought it a perfect opportunity to read one I've not read previously. The story is sweet and quaintly comical, but perhaps a little too "cute." Yes, I still enjoyed it but somehow it lacked the magic of other Stevenson novels I've read. Time to revisit some of them to see if they stand the test of time.
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This is one of my least favorite D.E. Stevenson novels. Not that it's badly written, I simply don't much care for her intentionally farcical books--they come across as a bit too absurd and silly for my personal taste.
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A top-notch DES...light-hearted with a degree of intelligence. Was a joy to read, somehow especially during tax season! Perhaps because all accounts come right in the end.
Oct 28, 2016
Robyn Bray
marked it as to-read
