The Headmaster's wife was one of my favorite book of 2014. Its paperback release is tomorrow so I wanted to remind anyone who might have missed this book what a gorgeous piece of prose it is. Plus, I have 2 copies to giveaway so you could win one to read! Some books are written with the intent to stun a reader with surprise and don’t offer much beyond that. Others, ... Read More...
Empress of the Night: Review and a GIVEAWAY
Power lies in hearing what is not meant to be heard. In understanding what motivates those who plot against you. In knowing what could make them turn about-face, come to your side. Empress of the Night, Eva Stachniak’s new historical novel about Catherine the Great, begins at the end by opening with the last days before her death. Catherine is in the 34th year of her ... Read More...
Giveaway Winner
Happy Friday to everyone! And to those of you socked under in snow you have my deepest sympathy. The March giveaway ended today and using the most stringent scientific standards (wrote each name on piece of paper, put in bowl and let husband pick one) we have a winner: Elaine Taylor! Elaine, I'll email you shortly to get your mailing address. Congratulations! Thank you to ... Read More...
GIVEAWAY!
If you’re still pining over the end of another Downton Abbey season or simply mired in the March doldrums, then how about a giveaway to make you smile? I reviewed Ashenden (and loved it) earlier this year. It is like Downton Abbey but from the perspective of the estate and is a lively, engaging read full of intrigue and scandal (upstairs and downstairs) that will keep you ... Read More...
