George Eliot's life as related in her letters and journals vs La maison Tellier — Which Should You Read First?

Both George Eliot's life as related in her letters and journals and La maison Tellier are beloved by readers. Here is what RateYourReads readers say about both, plus similar books you might enjoy.

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