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Finished this in one lovely afternoon. It was fun to see Jeeves in a slightly different way -- this book is in 3rd person, not 1st, so we get a new perspective. The characters are hilarious, and of course the plot moves along quickly! Definitely a must-read for fans of Jeeves and Bertie (even though Bertie's off learning to darn socks, haha).

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4.0

This is not a Jeeves and Wooster book, on account of the fact that mr. Bertram does not appear. However, Jeeves manages just fine on his own.

I actually believe I didn't think very highly of this book the last time I read it, but I found it an enjoyable read this time around.

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funny lighthearted

3.5

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5.0

I’m desperately trying to space these out, as Wodehouse is such a delight. So very very funny - farce at it’s best.

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funny lighthearted fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

There's many a racist expressions in the book but they are mostly the product of their time and, in many cases, they are used tongue-in-cheek to poke fun at the characters. If you can look past them (and also spend some time to understand quaint references and colloquialisms) then you'll find them to be the epitome of old British comedy.

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coupes's review against another edition

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funny lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

jon288's review against another edition

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4.0

An odd one; Jeeves without Wooster. He was missed, but the other characters make up for it, and the image of Jeeves in a false moustache assisting the Earl of Rowcester (also in a false moustache) to act as a bookie is fantastic

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