At least eight points from me for the experience of how highly enjoyable a story can be in spite of me having the impression it's quite badly written. That Gladys is such a mature person but then spontaneously makes angry demands where she's not in a place to do so, that her lover's father falls for her sudden decision that 'money is more important than love' and doesn't notice the comedy acted in front of him - all of that is so impossible, and the characters seem so undeveloped, I love the condensed way of unfolding the plot for a quick, entertaining read. As tacky as it may be, I'd love more of it, it's fantastic in its own way!
Link to the book:
The Brookside Library 0037