I love it when I find a hidden gem in the midst of contemporary novels, and this book is no exception.
Originally written in the 1930s, Mr. Finchley Discovers His England is a pleasant reminder of a simpler time, where there weren’t double meanings and people took the time to interact with each other. It is charming, entertaining, and plain ol’ fun.
Mr. Finchley is a clerk who has never taken a vacation. When the business changes owners, he finally has the opportunity to take some time away. However, fate has a sense of humor, and instead of a quiet few weeks in Margate, he ends up on a series of adventures that take him all over England – and give him a new perspective on life.
I particularly liked the initial adventure because it really set the tone for the rest of the novel. The author did a great job of easing the reader in for the ride.
Written in the style of the time, it is not a quick read, but the author writes so that the reader can become completely immersed in Mr. Finchley’s world. I appreciated this, because it allowed me to slow down and take things as they came – just like Mr. Finchley himself.
Do yourself a favor and pick this one up. Go discover England with Mr. Finchley.
My Goodreads review follows.
Mr Finchley Discovers His England by Victor CanningMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
What an utterly charming novel! It’s the story of a normal, everyday clerk who takes his first vacation in years and ends up on an adventure that takes him across the country and back again. Each escapade builds on the previous one and with each event, the reader just loves Mr. Finchley a little bit more. Originally written in the 1930s, the novels are now being re-released. I loved the re-introduction to a simpler time, where everything is straightforward and there are no hidden meanings. It was a breath of fresh air to go along on this ride with Mr. Finchley, and I look forward to the rest of his experiences. Seriously, take a break from today’s novels and visit a simpler time. Don’t miss these novels. This review was written based on a digital pre-release from NetGalley.
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