Synopsis At the end of his three decades of service at Darlington Hall, Stevens embarks on a country drive, during which he looks back over his career to reassure himself … Continue reading The Remains of the Day by Kazuo Ishiguro
Category: Historical Fiction
The Forty Rules of Love by Elif Shafak
Today I finished reading a novel that will remain with me for a very long time. In fact I think I could be as bold as to say that it … Continue reading The Forty Rules of Love by Elif Shafak
The Afternoon Tea Murders by Helena Dixon
Today, I am delighted to be taking part in the blog tour for book 4 in the The Secret Detective Agency series, The Afternoon Tea Murders by Helena Dixon London, … Continue reading The Afternoon Tea Murders by Helena Dixon
A Very Irish Mystery by Verity Bright
A Lady Eleanor Swift Mystery Book 25. About the book Lady Eleanor Swift is having a grand time cosying up with her husband in Dublin’s traditional pubs, eating their fill … Continue reading A Very Irish Mystery by Verity Bright
The House of Fallen Sisters by Louise Hare
Historical Fiction Description From the brothels of Covent Garden to the oppressive society of the eighteenth century, discover the enthralling historical masterpiece from Louise Hare. ‘The sharp-witted, courageous heroine is … Continue reading The House of Fallen Sisters by Louise Hare
At Bertram’s Hotel by Agatha Christie
I’m glad to be leaving here,’ said Miss Marple. She gave a little shiver. ‘Before anything happens.’ Chief-Inspector Davy looked at her curiously. ‘What do you expect to happen?’ he … Continue reading At Bertram’s Hotel by Agatha Christie
A year of reading begins today…
…right here, right now. Happy New Year! The first book I am picking up in 2026 is Country Christie – a collection of twelve Devonshire mysteries by the incredible Agatha … Continue reading A year of reading begins today…
BBC Sounds – a treasure trove of short stories
There is something rather joyful about listening to someone reading you a story, especially when the reader is someone as wonderfully talented as David Suchet. So it has been an … Continue reading BBC Sounds – a treasure trove of short stories
Sunday Evening Reads…Murder on a Frosty Night by Verity Bright
Today I am delighted to be taking part in the #BooksOnTour Blog Tour for the latest in The Lady Eleanor Swift series by husband and wife team, Verity Bright. I … Continue reading Sunday Evening Reads…Murder on a Frosty Night by Verity Bright
Murder Most British by Helena Dixon
Today I am delighted to be taking part in the blog tour for the third instalment in the The Secret Detective Agency series by Helena Dixon. This week I have … Continue reading Murder Most British by Helena Dixon
Tales Before Bedtime 