If you could pick any character in the series, complete with their life, personality, etc. Which one would you choose to be?
I would probably want to be Sarah...or Janet...or Hetty.
Muriel Stacey. Well-traveled, educated, modern businesswoman who was also kind, intuitive yet unassuming, and thoughtful.
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Who are you carrying all those bricks for?
Probably Sara Stanley, rich, has been around the world, has aspirations of being a writer. I can't really see anything wrong here, with the exception of being orphaned. I could see her hanging out with the lost generation and living it up in the 20s. Olivia once said she was destined for something.
Janet was a wonderful mom, but I don't think I'd be cut out for the amount of sheer work she must have had to do every single day. Washing the floors, the clothes, cooking, taking care of 4 children. Dear god, I'd drop after about a week of that! On the other hand, there is something endearing about a cozy little farm house, a loving husband, and raising a slew of kids.
I've always admired Hetty's lifestyle in a way. Yes she's single, but she's made her own life, she's independent, does what she loves, and still has time to help others out.
Felicity is a bit like her mom in a way, so same thoughts here. The only thing I found disappointing was her decision to give up her medical studies. She has such potential and to give it up for a life as a housewife. Why not wait a few years and then get married? Of course I'm looking back on this from someone who is approaching 30.
In terms of personality? That's tough, I always thought Hetty was a bit closed minded. But sometimes Sara Stanley was just plain naive. I think Janet had a healthy amount of kindness and skepticism.
I would pick Sarah too. I liked her the best.
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