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In Elizabeth von Arnim’s The Enchanted April, two London women answer a newspaper ad and rent an Italian castle for April. They invite a reserved older woman and a beautiful young aristocrat to share the cost. As the four very different guests enjoy the sunshine and gardens, their friendships deepen and their outlooks begin to change. Von Arnim gently pokes fun at social manners and the women’s different temperaments, while the story’s comedy stays affectionate and light. It’s a hopeful, charming read about friendship, renewal, and finding delight in everyday life. Published in 1922, The Enchanted April is among von Arnim’s most beloved novels and has been adapted for stage and screen.
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