Strong on character and sense of place, Horatio’s Promise delivers presence but plot needs direction
Author Archives: scuffedgranny
The Knitting Circle by Ann Hood
Ann Hood’s book is about so much more than knitting: it is about human loss, the grief that this brings and the courage to get past it.
The Martian by Andy Weir
A scary tale of one man left on an unfamiliar planet, battling to survive but ultimately showing what Earthman is capable of.
The Book of Polly by Kathy Hepinstall
Willow tells us about life with her mother, Polly who is quite a firecracker, it is true! But this is a poignant tale of familial love and the ties that bind as well as the secrets that people hold.
Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens
Delia Owens delivers in her first work of fiction a moving tale of resilience in the face of loneliness and desertion.
The Library Book by Susan Orlean
The Library Book by Susan Orlean is so much more than a book about a fire in a Los Angeles’ library.
Road Trip 2019 Blog 5: Exploring Utah – Cedar City, Kolob Canyons and Utah Shakespeare Festival
Blog 5 covering the lovely Cedar City, the impressive Kolob Canyons and the sterling performance ofTwelfth Night at the Utah Shakespeare Festival.
The Secret Scripture by Sebastian Barry
An interesting story of a woman’s life in 1930s Ireland as related by her intertwined with the notes of Dr. Grene, her doctor in the mental hospital in which she has grown old.
Isn’t It Romantic? – a film review
Rebel Wilson stars in this romantic comedy which is not a romantic comedy – watch it and you’ll see what I mean!
Apple TV: Ted Lasso
Ted Lasso is an excellent comedy drama which will make you laugh, cry, enjoy football, make you want to say “Howdy!” Watch it!
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