 of the book's publication, "Kirkus Reviews" said, "The tone is suitably restrained, and the language, which means to mimic accurately the speech and writing patterns of the period, is so awkwardly formal at times that to follow it the reader must be sharply attentive.The reward is a warm and interesting glimpse into a past way of life dependent on the close society of neighbors, friends, and family.Carefully researched and convincingly delivered."