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Book Review of Major Pettigrew's Last Stand

Major Pettigrew's Last Stand
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Sweet story about the friendship and love between mature adults Major Ernest Pettigrew and shop owner Jasmina Ali, who must chart a course for togetherness through the small-mindedness of their village and the expectations and obligations of their family and culture. Well-written and charming debut novel by Helen Simonson. The Major is a memorable and wry character.