I started reading this book when it was 30 centigrade (86f) and how wonderful it was to immerse myself in the cool world of ice skating and then a triI started reading this book when it was 30 centigrade (86f) and how wonderful it was to immerse myself in the cool world of ice skating and then a trip to the North Pole. As I read on, I began to believe in Santa Claus – huge credit to the author!
This book is full of lines that make you smile such as when Clara clutches Nikki’s sock which sounds daft in a review but it really touches your heart.
I love that you can talk to the reindeer. I would like one of those talking reindeer for Christmas, please. Yes, the Christmas season really is magical.
Until I read this book, I always thought my own life had been eventful but it pales in comparison with the life of Sir Rupert Grayson told to us by BoUntil I read this book, I always thought my own life had been eventful but it pales in comparison with the life of Sir Rupert Grayson told to us by Bob Schofield in the form of a film script. The foreword, written by Helen Schofield, explains why, and when you begin to grasp the colourful, action packed life of Sir Rupert, it becomes obvious that this is a good format.
The opening begins with a continental departure platform in London in 1909 with fog swirling around the gas lamps. A tall man and a boy stand by the door of a first class carriage of the Paris boat train. What a start to a story! Already I knew I was going to sink into this and find it difficult to surface from this other world.
At first, I wondered if the book, written as a film script would be difficult to read but it turns out that it was quite easy – there was no need for such tags as “Sir Henry said”. I have never seen a film script before and it is absolutely fascinating. Before my reading eyes, characters came to life in evocative settings. Oddly, it seemed easy for me to walk in and watch.
Bob Schofield’s writing is brilliant – yes, shining. Somebody lent me this book and I might find it difficult to give back because each scene is captivating and, if ever a book deserves to be reread and absorbed slowly, this is it. I hope they make it into a film....more
Perceptive little treats for my tea breaks, I decided. What joy as I picked out snippets! Then I started snacking in between on the mGems in abundance
Perceptive little treats for my tea breaks, I decided. What joy as I picked out snippets! Then I started snacking in between on the meatier ones and then I graduated to starting again and reading the whole book through. Gems galore. Recommended....more
This is the story of a nice Christian girl who is learning about others the hard way when she becomes a member of the crew of a cruise ship. It takes This is the story of a nice Christian girl who is learning about others the hard way when she becomes a member of the crew of a cruise ship. It takes a while for her to navigate the unwanted advances from a senior member of the crew. As a reader, I was delighted when she found someone who she related to musically and who became a friend. She becomes a leader in spiritual matters on board, she is promoted and she delights in beginning a new, exciting journey. Scattered throughout are engaging illustrations.
I have read many of Kevin Marsh’s books and enjoyed all of them. He is a talented author, writing in more than one genre. Detective Woods, on her retuI have read many of Kevin Marsh’s books and enjoyed all of them. He is a talented author, writing in more than one genre. Detective Woods, on her return to work, finds herself in a desk job – not what she had expected. But don’t expect things to stay like this. Horrors await – the horror of kidnaps and worse. This detective story builds, with the title coming more and more into play, to an exciting and satisfying ending....more
Oh yes! This is a good one. Captivating. It reminded me of when I was about 5 years old and my big brother and I played cowboys and Indians and I alwaOh yes! This is a good one. Captivating. It reminded me of when I was about 5 years old and my big brother and I played cowboys and Indians and I always had to be the Indian. Ever since, I have always been in sympathy with the Indians, so this story felt real. I lived it.
Fire Blossom improved the lives of those who, initially, had intended to harm her. There’s a life lesson in this book. Recommended. ...more
Such good writing – in every sense. Set in a revered university in the early nineteenth century, death comes slowly but surely, but whodunnit. Well, wSuch good writing – in every sense. Set in a revered university in the early nineteenth century, death comes slowly but surely, but whodunnit. Well, we have met some characters who we should examine carefully. And then there’s more to add to the mystery. The writer is inventive, surprising us, keeping us engrossed. Recommended....more
I have read many of Kevin Marsh’s books and enjoyed all of them. He is a talented author, writing in more than one genre. Detective Woods, on her retuI have read many of Kevin Marsh’s books and enjoyed all of them. He is a talented author, writing in more than one genre. Detective Woods, on her return to work, finds herself in a desk job – not what she had expected. But don’t expect things to stay like this. Horrors await – the horror of kidnaps and worse. This detective story builds, with the title coming more and more into play, to an exciting and satisfying ending. ...more
When a book is described as heartbreaking, I rarely believe it but Elizabeth Gaskell’s story had me in tears as the story came to its conclusion. The When a book is described as heartbreaking, I rarely believe it but Elizabeth Gaskell’s story had me in tears as the story came to its conclusion. The hard lives of fishermen, the terror of the press gangs and the life-lessons learnt too late, all contributed to one of the great stories we are fortunate enough to be able to read or, in my case, listen to.
"This was a gripping read - hard to put down! On one level a thriller - but a thread of redemption running through - and based on a true happening - f"This was a gripping read - hard to put down! On one level a thriller - but a thread of redemption running through - and based on a true happening - food for thought! Highly recommended." Margaret Johnson This is not my review of my own book! It was sent to me by someone who said she had tried to put it on Amazon but had not been allowed as she was 'ineligible'. I presume this is because of the Amazon ruling of needing to spend a certain amount before a review becomes eligible - in order to stop false reviews, I think. So very thoughtful of her to ensure I received it....more
I've just noticed that I haven't left a rating or review for this fantastic book. I enjoyed it so much. Definitely a laugh-out-loud book which is muchI've just noticed that I haven't left a rating or review for this fantastic book. I enjoyed it so much. Definitely a laugh-out-loud book which is much needed in these difficult times. Highly recommended....more
A long train journey - time to get the Kindle out! I haven't read any of E.K. Frances' books before but I thought I'd try a few pages and see what it A long train journey - time to get the Kindle out! I haven't read any of E.K. Frances' books before but I thought I'd try a few pages and see what it was like. In no time at all the action gets going - the lights go out and the core are coming and that doesn't sound good.
The hours ticked by and I was sorry when my train reached its destination and I hadn't finished as E.K. Frances has an amazing imagination transporting me into another world as the miles ticked by. Fortunately, I had a long journey back and out came the Kindle. To be captured as a child and brought up by the evil enemy - ouch.
As the title says, this is just the beginning. ...more
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