Knowing nothing about the book when I started, I didn't expect it to be something of a 1930s Jane Austen novel. The most pleasant surprises were the elements of witchcraft/paganism sprinkled throughout, like a mild and sweet version of We Have Always Lived in the Castle. There were many frustrating moments though, and I feel so bad for poor Stephen. He deserves the world and I would gladly love him! Overall a decent book and very well narrated on Audible by Jenny Agutter.