A review by donaldleitch
The Custom of the Country by Edith Wharton

emotional lighthearted reflective sad medium-paced

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

4.5

The Custom of the Country is a well written novel.  Edith Wharton weaves together a story of excess wealth, shallow people with melancholy humour and well drawn characters.