book review
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My Week in Words
Happy Sunday Readers! If you live in the UK then, like me, you’ve probably been making the most of the glorious sunny days that have blessed us this past week. In the evenings however, we are coolly reminded that it is only April, when the sun rolls down the horizon and the air takes on… Continue reading
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My Week in Words
23rd March 2025 On this grey and drizzly Sunday I have taken refuge in my local spa, a brief weights session, a dip in the pool, and a book to finish just about distracted me from the gloomy outdoors. This week we travel to Ancient Greece to trace the story of an exiled goddess; to… Continue reading
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My Week in Words
16th March 2025 Welcome to a new series where each Sunday I write about the books, articles, or other literature I have read in the week prior. Having struggled with writer’s block for the past year or two, I am diving head first back into the creative pursuits that bring me joy and inspiration. I… Continue reading
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Book Review – Appointment with Death
Appointment with Death is an interesting read because it focuses very much on the morality of murder. The victim is one Mrs Boynton, a despicable old bat who revels in the emotional torture of her family. We spend a few chapters viewing the effect Mrs Boynton’s controlling and narcissistic personality has on those around her.… Continue reading
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Book Review – 365 Days of Happiness
‘365 Days of Happiness’ is just what we need during this most chaotic of years. Continue reading
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Book of the Month, January
The Cockroach, the latest work of the masterful Ian McEwan, is a dazzlingly satirical reflection of our current political climate. Continue reading
