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Book Review of The House at Riverton

The House at Riverton
The House at Riverton
Author: Kate Morton
Genre: Literature & Fiction
Book Type: Paperback
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Helpful Score: 1


If you're a fan of Downton Abbey, you will love this book, which is set in the same era, with footmen and handmaids, and all the allure of a high society, dowagers, lords and ladies and the like. (I swear you'll will hear Carson's voice in your head, every time the butler, Mr. Hamilton speaks, and Daisy's voice for Katie's, William's for Alfred's, etc., etc.!)

Such an intriguing story line which keeps your interest all the way through. You know there will be no happy ending here, but you are compelled to finish the story, to see how it ends (and there are twists!).

I gave it four stars out of five, since it got a tad bit long-winded, but the final 100 pages or so re-grab your interest (and will keep you up half the night, just so you can finish). Am looking forward to reading more from this author!