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In brief: This is Eloise Bridgerton’s story, where she runs away from London to possibly marry a man she’s never met. The good: Eloise is always fun. The not-so-good: I kind of missed London and the ton. Why I chose it: The fifth book in the Bridgerton series. Year: 2002 Pages: 372 Publisher: Harper Collins... Continue Reading →
In brief: The story of three women during the American Civil War – a nurse, a slave and a plantation owner. The good: Didn’t shy away from the darker side of humans during war. The not-so-good: Georgy was kind of irritating initially as she could do no wrong. Why I chose it: I like a... Continue Reading →
In brief: Here’s Benedict’s story – and it’s not what you imagined it would be! It involves a masked Cinderella, the rescuing of a maid in disguise and a bit of blackmail… The good: Completely different to the previous two Bridgerton books. The not-so-good: Benedict, don’t insult the lady. Why I chose it: Bridgerton, of... Continue Reading →
In brief: Ellie has been recruited to work for the secretive Central Bureau in World War II Brisbane. Her job is to decipher communications from the Japanese, but she can never, ever discuss it. The good: I knew very little about Central Bureau before this book. The not-so-good: I would have liked a little more... Continue Reading →
In brief: This is Anthony Bridgerton’s story after he decides he probably should marry. But the sister of his intended, Kate, is infuriatingly interesting… The good: Fun with witty dialogue. The not-so-good: Not quite enough Benedict for me. Why I chose it: Bridgerton, of course! Year: 2000 Pages: 378 Publisher: Avon (Harper Collins) Setting: England... Continue Reading →
In brief: In sixteenth century England, a girl falls ill and her brother runs for help. What happens over the next week will shape a marriage and many lives. The good: Some scenes are heartbreaking. The not-so-good: Took some time to get into, particularly the movement from past to present and back again. Why I... Continue Reading →
In brief: The story of a young Australian actress trying to make her way in 1920s London. The good: Lovely read with lots of adventure. The not-so-good: Reading the back cover, I expected the scandal to make up more of the plot. Why I chose it: Have loved Pamela Hart’s other historical fiction novels. Thanks... Continue Reading →
In brief: In 1968, a film is being made in Brighton. For three people linked with the film, their secrets are about to come into the open. The good: Detailed characters and setting. The not-so-good: None of the characters are truly likeable. Why I chose it: Haven’t read enough of William Boyd’s work. Thanks to... Continue Reading →
In brief: In Nazi Germany, everyone has to make sacrifices. For Susie to protect her family, she must live a lie and pretend that her soulmate is nothing to her. The good: An incredible amount of drama in one book. The not-so-good: Something things seemed to be spelled out a little too much for the... Continue Reading →
In brief: It’s the end of World War II and everyone is ready to celebrate. But for Tilly and her friends, it’s a time of loss – of family and their jobs. The good: A lot of historical detail. The not-so-good: Sometimes a bit heavy on the historical detail. Why I chose it: I enjoy... Continue Reading →
