Review: Tea & Antipathy
In the 1960s, an American family of five decided to spend a summer in England, culminating with this book of their adventures - written approximately 50 years later. Somehow both deadpan and filled with intentional humor, this book is a great look back at a clash of cultures.
Anita and her husband Jordan, along with their three sons, were excited to spend time in England. Anita and Jordan had always loved the idea of England, and after Jordan had established a business in London they decided to spend a summer together. Unfortunately, a short vacation a few years before had failed to prepare Anita for the realities of actually living in London. After moving into a rented townhouse and having to battle the landlady for slipcovers and sheets, Anita finds that nothing is easy - not even picking up a prescription or grabbing a meal at a cafe.
Tea & Antipathy is an enjoyable tale of a family who realizes that a dream doesn't always translate to reality. The author is able to tell their story in a way so that you feel you are actually there at the time, rather than looking back at something that happened half a century ago. From the excitement of being in the same restaurant as the Beatles to the disappointment of being on a five hour "tour" bus that shows you nothing, you can sympathize with the characters as they find that sometimes home really is the best place to be, and that sometimes your "dream" locations are best for vacations only.
Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for providing me with a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
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