In Zoe Heller's introduction to this novel, she makes the point that people either love or hate a Mitford novel. I wonder if that's really true? The Mitford sisters grew up in a rag tag bundle, on a manor in England, the children of Upper Class parents, in the early part of last century. Nancy, …
This was the first Anne Tyler that I've read, which is pretty crazy considering how often she's recommended to me, and I'm very happy to recommend her to you. If you read my movie blog, you'll perhaps have read my review of the film adaptation of her book The Accidental Tourist, which I loved. If …
A man whose life has been entirely devoted to his teaching of ancient languages and books finds himself walking out of his life one day when he comes across a book that speaks to him. He walks out on his classes and heads to Portugal to find the author, and to discover the man whose …
This four book series for young adults follows the lives and romantic dramas of four girls living in New York in 1899, when lives were determined by whether your family's money was old or new, and where reputation was everything. Beautiful Elizabeth Holland, who loves a boy her wealthy family will never approve of, her …
I love LOVE this book, and I love Amy Tan. And maybe this review is a bit of a cheat, because I've read this book before, but I was re-reading it this week and I enjoyed it all over again, and I haven't shared it with you guys before. Published back in 1989, it's Tan's …
How beautiful is the cover of this book? I love it. I guess you can't judge a book by it's cover, but in this case, if you love the cover art here, I think you'll probably love the book too! This book was sent to me by the author for an honest review, and honestly... …
Continue reading The Art Of Legerdemain As Taught By Ghosts by Jim Naremore
Perhaps it's no surprise to find another review of a novel by Daphne Du Maurier on my blog. I love Rebecca so much, as I know a lot of you do too, and I read The House on the Strand a few months back, (you'll find the review for that one HERE). This book is …
It's Valentine's Day again, that day when everything is cards, flowers and chocolate and love is in the air. And whether you choose to spend your day with your girl gang or the man in your life, I always think it's an excellent time to take stock, and take a look at who you love …
Continue reading Valentines Day Starlet: Rose Gold Lipstick in Red Carpet
Opening in 1807, Rachel grows up on the island of St Thomas, a child beloved by her father, who makes sure that she's well educated, and a mother who is cold and bitter. In her family there is also Adele, who is their servant, and her daughter, Jestine, who is like a sister to Rachel. …
In this coming of age story, Miriam, a young Jewish girl, discovers her love of painting, and follows her heart, from Romania to Israel to the US. Starting in the 1950's, in a politically hostile Romania, the story is as much about finding our place in the world, especially as an immigrant, as it is …
Continue reading No Portrait In The Gilded Frame by Tudor Alexander
