Persephone Books discussion

When I read this book, it made me think about a couple of things--why didn't Miss Pettigrew come out and tell Delysia why she was there?? Also, it was a little bit sad at the end of the movie that Delysia and Michael were going to America--the book seemed to have a happier ending (everything fit together so well).
So my questions are...how would Miss Pettigrew's day been different if she had told Miss Lafosse from the beginning why she was at her door? Also, what happens after the end of the book? What are Miss Pettigrew's and Miss Lafosse's lives like?

I think Miss Pettigrew mentioned that she didn't want to tell Delysia why she was there because she was convinced that she wouldn't get the job, and the day would be over.
I liked the ending of the book better as well- It made me extremely happy.
It may have been easier to dismiss Miss Pettigrew if her purpose was clear. Delysia mentioned that she prefered not to know, because it seemed more mysterious and fantastic.
I don't know what their lives will be like, but I hope they continue to be so fabulous. It seems like Michael would allow them to behave as they do, as long as Delysia doesn't continue sleeping with other guys.
I wonder if Delysia will ever convince Miss Pettigrew to participate in theatre? Maybe if it was a small skit at a party...

It IS the kind of story that you can enjoy picturing a future for, isn't it? I liked your question, Rachel, would Miss Petti. ever be in theater.

I think the slightly "mistaken identity" plot just makes the story more fun and the unfolding more serendipitous (did I spell that right?!) Then, when she goes out to the club dressed fashionably, she continues that "disguised identity" by dressing as a socialite and joining the party, so to speak. It's Cinderella, isnt it? With Joe as the more down-to-Earth Prince Charming.