This book (a short story really) is included in my edition of The Cranford Chronicles, a collection of three stories (one of them titled Cranford). The main character, Mr. Harrison, tells the story of how he came to be in Duncombe, a small town, and the events that led up to his marriage. The small town gossiping-but-good-intentioned-ladies get Mr. Harrison stuck in a much talked about love triangle - a love triangle that doesn't really exist; an uncomfortable situation for anyone!
It was a very delightful and quick read - it just took me about three days, and it only took that long because I had a lot going on. While reading it I found myself laughing out loud quite a bit, especially further into the story - it is quite hilarious, in a quiet, proper English town sort of way!
Right now I am reading the third story included in the collection entitled My Lady Ludlow. So far I have not been as delighted with this story as the other two, but finish it I must so I can get the mini-series on Netflix!
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I loved this story. Simon Woods (Mr. Bingley in the most recent Pride & Prejudice) portrays Mr. Harrison in the BBC Cranford production. He did an excellent job and you will love this story line in the movie!
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