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So, after finishing the book, there is no doubt that Miss Kenton loved Stevens. My question is why? Stevens doesn't really show traits that I would find lovable, so I was curious as to what Miss Kenton saw in him. I have my own theories, but I would love to hear other viewpoints from the Goodreads Community!
Janeen It is a universal truth that women read men through a romantic lens. Grumpy is interpreted as repressed passion, a vague stare is interpreted as depth…moreIt is a universal truth that women read men through a romantic lens. Grumpy is interpreted as repressed passion, a vague stare is interpreted as depth, etc. This dude had women down so right. He also had the emotional awareness of men nailed. Great book!(less)
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by Kazuo Ishiguro (Goodreads Author)
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