I read this July 2016. I found a copy in a charity shop. It was published in 1991, it was a wonder I hadn't come across it before. I like Susan Hill books in general and this one did not disappoint. Beautifully written it criss crosses lives in Britain and India as well as the lives of the young and the old and the middle aged, I'm guessing late 19th early 20th century. Thomas is a respected , middle aged, Academic set to become Master at his Cambridge College. The arrival in his life of love for the first time, is unfortunately for him in the form of a 15 year old girl, Kitty, sent home to be educated from India.
A beautifully, soleful book, showing the intertwining of so many lives and the consequences of actions, taken or not taken.
Another enjoyable (though sad and mournful ) read
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