I am a native Texan and I have to agree with most of those so far. I prefer the dialect to be consistent with the location in question. I might have had to look up the word gaol in the dictionary, but I don't mind that because it just adds to the character of the book. I was extremely saddened that they "Americanized" the Harry Potter books. I would have preferred reading the original text.
But of course I may be a bit of an oddball, I also like to watch some British shows like Doctor Who and Torchwood.
Etienne66
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