Read whatever, whenever, however.
In brief: A story across two time periods – Joseph, working as a researching for Henry Mayhew on the working class people of London; and Madeleine, a redundant lecturer who moves to Apricot Place to find the past lingering. The good: Michele Roberts' prose is beautiful. The not-so-good: Wasn't always convinced by Madeleine's feelings of... Continue Reading →
I think holidays can be more tiring sometimes than working! I've been really busy over the past week, doing all the little things that needed doing and some that didn't (like Pokémon Go – I still don't have a Ditto!). I didn't do too much reading or baking, but hoping to squish in something Sunday... Continue Reading →
Happy 2016! I'm hope it's not too hot or cold where you are and that you have a great book to read. My first book of the year was a DNF so I'm hoping to find a gem or three in the books below. I did promise you this week to show you my fiction... Continue Reading →
In brief: Ruth lies in her bed at the top of the house, dying. But first she needs to through her father's library to understand the family history and him. The good: The story really gets you in – Ruth is a sharp observer who knows how to spin and embellish a story. The not-so-good:... Continue Reading →
In brief: Jessica's life unravels when her husband's space company has a tragic event. This is what happened, told in emails to colleague Arthur. The good: I enjoy books written in an epistolary structure. The not-so-good: It takes a little while to get going in terms of plot and getting to know Jessica. Why I... Continue Reading →
In brief: The story of the women behind the men who worked on the top secret project at Los Alamos during World War II. The good: Really drew me in and even though I knew what the Gadget was, I was shocked with the wives when they found out. The not-so-good: Some may not like... Continue Reading →
In brief: Frank had an accident and has trouble remembering who he was beforehand. As the pieces fall into place, he realises that he's more than a 'terms and conditions' man. The good: So funny with many quotable quotes. The not-so-good: Occasionally lost track of which statement the footnote referenced. Why I chose it: Sent... Continue Reading →
In brief: Hannah's idyllic marriage begins to crack when Mark doesn't return home one night. The subsequent ride is full of twists, turns and things nobody expected. The good: The plot makes some incredible hairpin turns that just can't be predicted, making the book impossible to put down. The not-so-good: Some may dismiss this as... Continue Reading →
Summer is back with a vengeance here! It's much too hot to do very much at all except read (it's even too hot to walk to the shops at lunchtime). Fortunately, there are quite a few good new releases out and some lovely people sending them to me! Thank you! 2014 means a new home... Continue Reading →
