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Charming summer tale with a lovely narrator.

This true story is simply and lovingly told, in some ways reminiscent of later short story authors like Paul Gallico. Judi Dench reads it beautifully, capturing the sweetness and old-fashioned innocence of the writing well. This story wears well and should serve to wrap you in it's warmth for years to come.

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