I really enjoyed most of this little book. It had a slow start, and the love affair between the two young people that ended in trajedy was disappointing, but the novel had it's moments. The author claimed the book was about the land, but I'm not buying that.
It shows its age, I think, written in 1915. As long as you don't expect the close psychic distance of a modern novel it can be engrossing. She uses an omniscient viewpoint with a detached feeling - at least that's my opinion.
The tragic love affair is disappointing. I think I need some more foreshadowing to make it work. If the husband had shown his anger before, or threatened someone with violence, the tragic ending of the love affair might have been more convincing. And it is very difficult to believe that the sister forgives the murderer at the end.
There are moments, and quotes, that are excellent writing. Highly recommended.
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