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pickThis is a fun and entertaining read although it does have some serious themes woven through it. The plot and the characters are just like a cassoulet - various differing ingredients being thrown into a pot, slowly simmering away together with the end result combining to make a harmonious blend, leaving a satisfying after taste. It‘s a story to remind us that it‘s never too late to follow your dreams and you‘re never too old to tango! #Pigeonhole
pickI enjoyed this cosy murder mystery. It‘s well written with some beautiful descriptions. Daphne makes a wonderful amateur sleuth and she‘s also a great character. The plot flows along nicely and we get to meet some other interesting residents. It‘s a real hive of activity and secrets hidden in the closet. The suspects mount up, the suspense increases and it rattles along to an exciting finish. An engaging and entertaining read. #Pigeonhole
pickI thoroughly enjoyed this book. It‘s beautifully written and well researched. I loved the setting, it was very visual. I particularly loved the addition of a tandem tricycle - it made me smile every time it was mentioned. Non was a fantastic character, she was a brilliant model for women‘s rights in the Victorian era. Basil was another fascinating character, he had his own secret. I was gripped from beginning to end. Recommended. #Pigeonhole
pickI enjoyed this book, although I did find it a little disjointed at times as there were gaps in the story which weren‘t explained. It‘s told in the first person by Synne herself - I liked her voice and found myself cheering her on throughout the tale. It‘s well researched and interesting to read. I haven‘t read many books set during this era so it was great to immerse myself in the 11thC world and gain some knowledge. #Pigeonhole
pickThis is a wonderful piece of historical fiction based on fact. It‘s beautifully written in a very evocative and descriptive manner, even operatic in some ways. The story rattles along at a fair rate. The characters have distinctive voices. It‘s really quite the page turner and very much a thriller. A powerful, moving and worthwhile read and I look forward to reading book two, The Ghosts of Rome. #Pigeonhole
