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Literary Fiction · Light

A governess has one day of glamour

Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day

by Winifred Watson

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1938Easy readFast pace

What it is about

Miss Pettigrew, a middle-aged governess, is sent to the wrong address and spends a day in the glamorous world of a young actress. Winifred Watson’s 1938 novel is a funny, uplifting story.

Who will enjoy it

Readers who enjoy literary fiction that puts character and language first, with a light mood and a fast pace. It is an easy read.

Themes: Comedy · Class · London

Screen adaptation

Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day (2008)

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About the author

Winifred Watson1 book on Tori Books

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