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The Enchanted April

Elizabeth von Arnim
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The Enchanted April

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008

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Elizabeth von Arnim

The Enchanted April

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

232

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Italy • 1920s

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Enchanted April by Elizabeth von Arnim follows four women who, seeking respite from their unsatisfactory lives, decide to rent an Italian castle for a month. Amid the beauty of their new surroundings, they each experience personal growth and renewal, finding joy and transformation.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

36,209 ratings

70%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Elizabeth von Arnim's novel The Enchanted April has been praised for its vivid depiction of transformation and renewal among its characters, set against a charming Italian backdrop. Positive reviews highlight the book's evocative prose and uplifting themes. However, some readers found the pacing slow and certain character arcs less compelling. Overall, it's a heartwarming escapade ideal for fans of character-driven stories.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Enchanted April?

Readers who relish the charm of genteel English countryside fiction, as found in E.M. Forster's A Room with a View or Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility, will enjoy the picturesque transformation tales in Elizabeth von Arnim's The Enchanted April. Themes of self-discovery, rejuvenation, and friendship amidst an idyllic Italian setting are central.

4.0

36,209 ratings

70%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

232

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Italy • 1920s

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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