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Winifred Watson
Winifred Watson was an English novelist best known for her 1938 social comedy Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day. She wrote six books during the 1930s and
Miss Pettigrew lives for a day
Synopsis
When a straitlaced governess is mistakenly sent to the glamorous flat of a nightclub singer, her life takes an unexpected turn. Instead of finding employment, she finds herself advising the singer on her chaotic love life, which involves three very different men. It's a day that changes everything for both women.
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Characters
Miss PettigrewProtagonist
Delysia LaFosseSupporting
Frequently asked questions
Is this book part of a series or a standalone story?
This is a standalone novel that resolves its narrative entirely within the span of the single day described in the title.
Are there any film adaptations of this book?
A film adaptation directed by Bharat Nalluri and starring Frances McDormand and Amy Adams was released in 2008.
How was this book originally written by the author?
Winifred Watson wrote the novel in approximately six weeks, often developing the dialogue in her mind while performing household chores before committing it to paper.
