I Capture the Castle

Cassandra Mortmain, a perceptive and witty seventeen-year-old, lives with her eccentric family in a decaying castle. Her diary entries capture six months of their lives, detailing the hardships they face due to their financial situation and her father's writer's block. Despite the lack of basic comforts, Cassandra's optimistic and imaginative perspective shines through.

The arrival of the Cotton brothers, their new American neighbors, introduces romance and complexity to Cassandra's life. She and her sister Rose navigate the challenges of love and personal growth. Through Cassandra's engaging narrative, readers experience the joys, sorrows, and transformative moments of her coming-of-age journey.

Themes:

• The struggles of poverty and creativity
• The complexities of first love and personal growth
• The dynamics of an eccentric family living on the fringes of society

Critical Acclaim:
Praised for its charismatic narrator and the vivid portrayal of an unconventional family, "I Capture the Castle" remains a beloved classic for its humor, depth, and the timeless exploration of adolescence.