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I loved this - it reminded me of how much I used to love Saki (I would re-read my copy of his complete short stories at least once a year).

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Thank you for reading and commenting, Louise :) I shall be posting more of his work in future library posts!

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I absolutely love Saki. I have read it before but not for some time, so thank you very much for brightening my day!!

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You're very welcome! And I'm so glad that I did :)

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I have never read Saki before & appreciate this engaging introduction. The lively characterization of the girl undermines stereotypical childhood constructs in such an entertaining manner. I love how she controls her own narrative literally & figuratively through her imaginative power!

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Thank you for your thoughtful comment, as always. I’m so pleased you enjoyed it 🎃

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Oh my word! The little madam!

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When I first read the story i thought that I would love to meet her!

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One to watch 🎃

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I absolutely love stories by Saki! This one is particularly good and a favourite. Thank you for posting it.

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You're very welcome, Ruth. Thank you for reading :)

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An unsuspecting stranger's rest cure is interrupted. Clever girl!

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Thank you for reading, Maud :)

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Saki! Brightens my day. His story about going into a barn on Christmas Eve is a favorite.

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Thank you for reading. Abney. I’m planning some Saki and M.R. James for the Christmas season 🎄

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I adore the matching of painting and story. Thouroughly enjoyed this one, thank you!

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Thank you for reading, Margi. I’m so pleased you enjoyed it 🧡🎃

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This is absolutely genius. I love it

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Thank you for reading, Elizabeth 🎃

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It has been too long since I read Saki. “Sredni Vashtar went out…” Time for a return visit.

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Thanks for reading, Rona 🎃

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I enjoyed this so much, and after enjoying all the comments I’m still smiling Thank you.

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Thank you, ZuZu. I'm so pleased you enjoyed it! :)

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What a mean little madam, and what a great twist to the tale! 😁

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Auntie needs to keep an eye on Vera! :)

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Excellent! New to me, an entertaining and enjoyable read!

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Thank you, Dorinda. I’m glad you enjoyed it 🧡🎃

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What a clever girl! I loved the story.

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Thank you for reading, Joan 🎃

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Oh my gosh, I haven’t read this before. I guess I’m gullible, but it really caught me by surprise! (Haha!)

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Thank you for reading and commenting, Erika. Naughty Vera 🎃

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Oh I LOVE Saki! The lumber room….

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I look forward to posting more of his work 🧡

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