So much time has passed between my reading this book and writing this post that it almost feels that I have read the book over 10 years ago. Due to my hectic work schedule, I have not been able to read to much between Sept,2014 and now. I have read just 2 books, both by Jeffrey Archer- Twist in the Tale and To Cut a Long Story Short. I would be writing about the two sometime soon.
I have been a fan of P.G.Wodehouse ever since I read the 1st Blandings book. My dad owned all the works of Wodehouse but I never got around reading them for various reasons. My first Wodehouse book was Piccadilly Jim. At that time, I was not aware that Wodehouse was synonymous with humour. I really did not know what to expect.
I first saw The Girl in Blue at the British Library but could not subscribe to it. My mind was set on the book and one fine day along with a few other books, my husband gifted it to me.
The Girl in Blue came as a welcome stress relief to me. I read the entire book during my commute to and back from office. It is a really light book to read and like any P.G. Wodehouse books, would guarantee a smile on your face throughout.
The entire story revolves around a statuette that goes missing. It is the statuette after which the book is named. A hilarious series of events leads to its recovery. There is also a subtle romance in the background which in a way contributes to the recovery of the statuette. I just think one must just get the book and read. If I write anything further about the book, it would definitely be a spoiler. All I can say to sum up the book is- Wodehouse has created isolated events and tied it very beautifully in the end. Another attraction for me is- Food...well described. ;)
In terms of writing, it is typical Wodehouse use of language that tickles your funny bone. It is an ideal read for people of all ages, especially earl teens. It is quite different from the Young Adult genre of books that is available in the market and will help them appreciate this form of literature more.
I know it is not really much of a review, but, like I said before, I do not want to spoil the fun for any reader.
On a scale of 5, I would rate it 4/5.
I have been a fan of P.G.Wodehouse ever since I read the 1st Blandings book. My dad owned all the works of Wodehouse but I never got around reading them for various reasons. My first Wodehouse book was Piccadilly Jim. At that time, I was not aware that Wodehouse was synonymous with humour. I really did not know what to expect.
I first saw The Girl in Blue at the British Library but could not subscribe to it. My mind was set on the book and one fine day along with a few other books, my husband gifted it to me.
The Girl in Blue came as a welcome stress relief to me. I read the entire book during my commute to and back from office. It is a really light book to read and like any P.G. Wodehouse books, would guarantee a smile on your face throughout.
The entire story revolves around a statuette that goes missing. It is the statuette after which the book is named. A hilarious series of events leads to its recovery. There is also a subtle romance in the background which in a way contributes to the recovery of the statuette. I just think one must just get the book and read. If I write anything further about the book, it would definitely be a spoiler. All I can say to sum up the book is- Wodehouse has created isolated events and tied it very beautifully in the end. Another attraction for me is- Food...well described. ;)
In terms of writing, it is typical Wodehouse use of language that tickles your funny bone. It is an ideal read for people of all ages, especially earl teens. It is quite different from the Young Adult genre of books that is available in the market and will help them appreciate this form of literature more.
I know it is not really much of a review, but, like I said before, I do not want to spoil the fun for any reader.
On a scale of 5, I would rate it 4/5.
