Book details
I Capture the Castle
Description
The novel tells the story of the Mortmain family through the eyes of the 17-year-old Cassandra Mortmain. She chronicles her life in a dilapidated English castle during the 1930s, detailing her relationships with her family and the two wealthy American brothers who become entangled in their lives. The story captures Cassandra's coming-of-age experiences as she deals with love, poverty, and her aspirations to become a writer.
Age
11-12
Text complexity
beginner
Why to read
- It offers an enchanting glimpse into a bygone era through a vividly portrayed setting.
- Cassandra’s voice is both insightful and endearing, providing a unique perspective on the complexities of growing up.
- The novel explores themes of family dynamics, poverty, and first love with humor and heart.
- It's a classic bildungsroman that will resonate with anyone who has ever been young and full of dreams.