A reviewer in
The Bulletin was rather uncomplimentary in his note: "It is all very pleasant, but one feels that now C. J. Dennis could write these sentimental yarns in his sleep—and that he's getting tired of sentimental slang. Still, there is a big Australian public that isn't." With a contrary opinion the reviewer in
The Queenslander was rather more welcoming: "Welcome, Doreen ! We have been waiting for you. And here she is, in a pretty tinted dress, with envelope to match, ready for presentation to friends...Homely subjects, but treated with rare insight and humour. The world will clamour for more about Doreen." ==Publication history==