Eloise by Judy Finnigan book review

I was a little disappointed with this novel. The basic story is a good plot but I felt it was lacking in the writing to carry the reader on the journey. It's an OK light read and I would give it 3 stars but there are better books out there.

Edward's menagerie by Kerry Lord -alpaca

I gifted my mother Kerry Lords fantastic book Edward's menagerie with yarn.

 I knew she would make the elephant first ,which she did.

 

I didn't know she would treat me to the alpaca. Meet Seamus the alpaca, I just love him.
Thank you mum, I know it wasn't easy but you met the challenge and loved it.

I would recommend this book , my mum has loved trying a new form of crochet. The instructions are very clear and she has produced 2 gorgeous little animals.


I would love to know if anyone else has used this book and what you have made .

Happy stitching

Tina

The Paris wife book review

I really found this book lacking in emotion.  I was hoping for a sweeping love story set in Paris but although they travel  as a reader I found I was not taken along.The main story could have been great if it had been brought to life .
I would not recommend this book.
I hope whatever you are reading is bringing you joy. I would love to know what it is. Please leave a comment. Have you checked out good reads website?


Happy reading
Tina

The miniaturist by Jessie Burton book review

The miniaturist is a fantastic book and I look forward to reading more Jessie Burton in the future. The story is set in Amsterdam in the 1600's. An  18 year old girl is married off to a 40 year old wealthy man, and moves into his house to start her new life. As a wedding present she is given a miniature of the house to furnish. Soon it becomes clear that not only all is not as it seams with the household but also with the miniature house too. If you enjoy history then this is an interesting look at Amsterdam at that time. I would recommend this book ,dark in places but a good read.

Third girl by Agatha Christie

It has been a long time since I have read an Agatha Christie. I am a huge fan and never miss a Miss Marple on the TV. As a teenager I worked my way through the shelf in the local library but by the time I had left school my interest had moved on.  I think it is the history contained in the writing that is drawing me back. The third girl is a later story set in the 60's I have since read reviews that thought it not up to the normal standard. I however loved it and can't wait to start another. The story is told in a voice that pulled me in as the mystery unfolded. I could have read it in one go and often went back to work after lunch a little late because I couldn't put it down.

If you love a mystery and have not read a Christie in a long time, give yourself a treat, and remind yourself  what you have been missing.

Happy reading

Tina 

HIdden treasures by Fern Britton

Hidden treasures was an unexpected good read. I picked it up at the library. I wanted a Christmas book that was light and funny and it was. I would never have bought one of her books and that is why I love the library. I can try different authors for free, what is not to love about that. So back to the book. It is set in Cornwall ( another reason to pick it) , about a woman starting again after her marriage breaks up. All the normal chic lit stuff  set in a backdrop of making a tv drama. I will be looking out to read another from Fern in the summer. I think reading Ms Britton will do an excellent job of transporting me from my back garden to the cornish seaside in about 2 pages!

Happy reading

Tina