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Literary Fiction · WarmA widower and a Pakistani shopkeeper in an English village
Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand
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What it is about
Major Pettigrew, a retired widower, falls for Mrs Ali, a village shopkeeper. Simonson’s 2010 novel is a comedy of manners.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who enjoy literary fiction that puts character and language first, with a warm mood and a steady pace. It is an easy read.
Themes: Village · Romance · Prejudice
Screen adaptation
Major Pettigrew's Last Stand (2017)
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About the author
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