The plain and quiet middle sister who likes to read and play the piano, who is treated unkindly by her mother, and with few friends in the world. Mary's life becomes a precarious round of visiting her married sisters, with little to look forward to.
It was felt by some the first part was retelling Pride and Prejudice, the book could have been shorter and it was a little slow paced but enjoyed by everyone.
A period novel.
Scored average 7.8