Book Review Year 4 No 5
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smallhobbitOnly a month since I last posted a review, but this selection of books (one in particular) were quick reads:
The Eagle of the Ninth by Rosemary Sutcliff
bunn is a fan of Sutcliff's and reminded me of this book. I was sure I had read it at school, but nothing came back to me, so it's possible it was one of her other books, maybe The Lantern Bearers. I enjoyed the story, and would recommend anyone who was thinking of reading it to do so, but I don't see myself reading any more by the author at this point.
Aunt Dimity Beats the Devil by Nancy Atherton
I enjoyed this more than the previous book. It's set in Northumberland, an area I don't know, so I enjoyed the change of scene from the Cotswolds, which I know well. An engaging story.
Miss Pym Disposes by Josephine Tey
moth2fic had read and reviewed this, and following discussion I decided I'd read it too. We agreed some of the writing betrayed outdated values, but once I got past that it was a good story. I didn't guess the perpetrator, although perhaps I should have stuck to my guns when I had an inkling - the skill of the author was obviously good in that I didn't. The ending left me with a question though.
Framed in Lace by Monica Ferris
The second book in the series, which I again enjoyed as a light read. And another cross-stitch pattern which I liked, and have therefore taken a copy of (along with the one from the first book). I quite fancy having a go at them once I've finished my current cross-stitch. A doubly entertaining book!
Some Experiences of An Irish R.M. by Edith Somerville
solosundance referenced this book a few months ago and I remembered the television series from the early 1980s, so I thought I'd read it. The first couple of chapters were a bit slow, setting the scene, but after that I found it entertaining. The characters are portrayed with warmth, and the logic of their behaviour is acknowledged, even if the results are unexpected. The book was written in 1899 and gave a feeling for the period. Not necessarily a book I would add to a 'must read' list, but one I'm very glad I read and enjoyed.
Where's My Cow by Terry Pratchett
This is the book which Sam Vines of Ankh-Morpokh City Watch reads to one-year-old young Sam. It is exactly in the style of many toddler "That's Not My Tractor" (or whatever) books. But then Sam, like many parents, decides the book could be improved. Which he does, to young Sam's enjoyment. From the cover of the book we learn it is Children's Winner of the Ankh-Morpork Librarians' Award. I borrowed it from the library and read it in five minutes - I recommend you do the same ;)
The Eagle of the Ninth by Rosemary Sutcliff
bunn is a fan of Sutcliff's and reminded me of this book. I was sure I had read it at school, but nothing came back to me, so it's possible it was one of her other books, maybe The Lantern Bearers. I enjoyed the story, and would recommend anyone who was thinking of reading it to do so, but I don't see myself reading any more by the author at this point.Aunt Dimity Beats the Devil by Nancy Atherton
I enjoyed this more than the previous book. It's set in Northumberland, an area I don't know, so I enjoyed the change of scene from the Cotswolds, which I know well. An engaging story.
Miss Pym Disposes by Josephine Tey
moth2fic had read and reviewed this, and following discussion I decided I'd read it too. We agreed some of the writing betrayed outdated values, but once I got past that it was a good story. I didn't guess the perpetrator, although perhaps I should have stuck to my guns when I had an inkling - the skill of the author was obviously good in that I didn't. The ending left me with a question though.Framed in Lace by Monica Ferris
The second book in the series, which I again enjoyed as a light read. And another cross-stitch pattern which I liked, and have therefore taken a copy of (along with the one from the first book). I quite fancy having a go at them once I've finished my current cross-stitch. A doubly entertaining book!
Some Experiences of An Irish R.M. by Edith Somerville
solosundance referenced this book a few months ago and I remembered the television series from the early 1980s, so I thought I'd read it. The first couple of chapters were a bit slow, setting the scene, but after that I found it entertaining. The characters are portrayed with warmth, and the logic of their behaviour is acknowledged, even if the results are unexpected. The book was written in 1899 and gave a feeling for the period. Not necessarily a book I would add to a 'must read' list, but one I'm very glad I read and enjoyed.Where's My Cow by Terry Pratchett
This is the book which Sam Vines of Ankh-Morpokh City Watch reads to one-year-old young Sam. It is exactly in the style of many toddler "That's Not My Tractor" (or whatever) books. But then Sam, like many parents, decides the book could be improved. Which he does, to young Sam's enjoyment. From the cover of the book we learn it is Children's Winner of the Ankh-Morpork Librarians' Award. I borrowed it from the library and read it in five minutes - I recommend you do the same ;)
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