1st August, 2008
Friday’s Child by Georgette Heyer
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I don’t quite remember when I started reading this book, probably at the end of June or beginning of July and I only finished it tonight! I’m already not a fan of romance books but I thought I’d give this book a try as it was sent from Sourcebooks.
This was my first Georgette Heyer book and at least, it’s better than Austen. It is still dull for me, the story was slow and I really couldn’t wait to finish the book! So I’m really, really glad it’s over.
Anyway, what day were you born on? I was born on a Wednesday and I guess I’m full of woe. 
Friday’s child is loving and giving, which describes Hero perfectly. Hero’s an orphan and she’s been under her cousin’s care ever since she was young. Well, her cousin wasn’t really fond of her and her life’s actually quite miserable.
The hero in the story would be Sherry or Lord Sheringham. He has asked the Incomparable or Isabella for her hand in marriage but was rejected. Feeling indignant that he should be married right away so that he can have full control of his money, which was left to him by his late father, he vowed that he’d marry the next girl he meets. Sherry’s quite addicted to gaming and he is in a lot of debts.
And it’s no other than Hero Wantage who’s about to be sent to Bath to become a governess. She’s also Sherry’s childhood friend and adores him completely. When he suggests that they get married, she agrees on the condition that they don’t interfere in each other’s lives. It’s like they’re free to do what they want but in a discreet way, I guess. So, they set off to London and Hero says goodbye to being a governess.
With the help of Sherry’s cousins, Gil and Ferdy, the wedding goes smoothly. They nickname Hero ‘Kitten’. After that, life goes on as usual. Hero gets along very well with Gil, Ferdy, and another of Sherry’s friend, George, who’s completely smitten with Isabella and has always been trying to win her heart. Thanks to the characters of Gil, Ferdy, and George, as they make the story much more interesting! What would the book be without them?
Hero also lands herself in a number of scrapes and Sherry helps her out since he’s her husband and he’s responsible for her. But for how long will he tolerate it all? Hero utterly worships him and would do anything to make him happy. Whatever he says, she follows. She doesn’t really have a mind of her own but then when it comes to love, can’t blame her, right?
If you want to try Georgette Heyer’s books, I’m not sure if you should start with this one. I have more Heyer books to go and I hope that they might be better than this.
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On August 2, 2008 at 12:00 am ames said:
Hey Josette, I’m sorry you didn’t like this one. I’ve only read 3 Heyer titles and by far, Faro’s Daughter is the best one yet. If you have that one, I recommend it. Also, I’ve seen many good reviews for Devil’s Cub.
On August 2, 2008 at 12:27 am Josette said:
Hi Ames! Oh, I wish I could like it but I just couldn’t! Alright, I’ll keep in mind to try reading Faro’s Daughter. Thanks for the recommendation!
On August 4, 2008 at 4:10 am The Kool-Aid Mom said:
I’ve been thinking about getting this book, but now I’m not so sure.
Maybe this will cheer you up, oh Wednesday Child… visit my latest post!
On August 7, 2008 at 10:02 am Josette said:
The Kool-Aid Mom: Hi there! I’ve checked the post and it certainly is very good news!
Thank you so much!
On August 7, 2008 at 1:45 pm Melody said:
I haven’t read anything by this author yet, but I’ve two of her books in my pile. Earlier on I wanted to get this book but couldn’t find it. I’m hoping the next Heyer book will be better.
On August 7, 2008 at 9:24 pm Saturday Review of Books: August 2, 2008 at Semicolon said:
[...] True Diary of a Part-Time Indian)29. Moomin Light (Twilight)30. Krakovianka (July reading)31. Josette (Friday’s Child)32. Tasses (So Long At The Fair by Christina Schwarz)33. Ted (The Lazarus Project )34. Word Lily [...]
On September 3, 2008 at 10:28 am Josette said:
Melody: I have 4 more of her books in my pile! Man, I do hope they’ll be good ones.