- “Cider with Rosie” by Laurie Lee: This memoir is set in the Slad Valley and captures Lee’s childhood experiences growing up in a rural Gloucestershire village.
- “Far from the Madding Crowd” by Thomas Hardy: While not exclusively set in Gloucestershire, this classic novel explores the county’s landscapes and features several scenes in the fictional town of Weatherbury.
- “Jude the Obscure” by Thomas Hardy: Another novel by Hardy, it delves into the themes of love and tragedy. While the story takes place primarily in Wessex, Gloucestershire is frequently mentioned.
- “Emma” by Jane Austen: Although Austen’s novel primarily focuses on Highbury, Gloucestershire provides the backdrop for some pivotal scenes, such as the Weston’s estate and Box Hill.
- “Wolf Hall” by Hilary Mantel: This historical fiction masterpiece, set in the 16th century, includes scenes set in Gloucestershire as the protagonist, Thomas Cromwell, navigates the intricacies of Tudor court life.
- “I Capture the Castle” by Dodie Smith: Set partially in Gloucestershire, this coming-of-age story follows the lives of the eccentric Mortmain family and their dilapidated castle.
- “A Monstrous Regiment of Women” by Laurie R. King: Part of the Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes series, this novel features a case that takes the characters to a fictional Gloucestershire village, where mysterious events unfold.
- “A Place of Execution” by Val McDermid: This crime thriller takes place in the fictional Derbyshire village of Scardale, which draws inspiration from various locations in Gloucestershire.
- “The Secret Life of Bees” by Sue Monk Kidd: While not entirely set in Gloucestershire, a portion of the story takes place in Tiburon, South Carolina, which was inspired by the author’s visit to the Cotswold region.
- “The Casual Vacancy” by J.K. Rowling: Although not as widely known as Rowling’s Harry Potter series, this contemporary novel is set in the fictional town of Pagford, which is believed to be inspired by various villages in Gloucestershire.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous novels set in Gloucestershire
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