Archive | March 2018

The Problem With Miracles by S.K. Jansky

Connections

The Problem With Miracles by S.K. Jansky is both a contemporary and historical Christian novel that is a compelling read from the start.

The novel concerns priorities – love and money. What motivates you? For some, life is motivated by making money, believing that even happiness can be bought. For others, people matter far more than money and status. Love makes the world go round. To love and to be loved is priceless. Love puts others first.

Family is important. There are different types of family. Some families are dysfunctional. Others are consumed by love. The bond of love tugs across the miles. Warped family memories can also consume and motivate.

No one lives in grand isolation. Our lives all interconnect, even down the years.

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The Windmill Cafe: Summer Breeze by Poppy Blake

Wonderful, Warm Amateur Sleuthing

The Windmill Cafe: Summer Breeze by Poppy Blake is a delightful contemporary light hearted fun super sleuthing read. It is just perfect for a cold winter’s day to remind the reader that warm summer days are ahead.

The book is a mixture of Midsomer Murders meets Agatha Christie meets Death In Paradise. Whilst a real crime has been committed, the amateur sleuthing has a casual, fun element to it. Want to know what I mean? Have a read of the book.

Summer days, good friends, delicious home baking – what more could the reader want? With comprehensive descriptions such as “The aroma of freshly mown grass and crushed lavender”, all the reader’s senses really come alive.

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Flamingo Boy by Michael Morpurgo

Following The Bend In The Road

Flamingo Boy by Michael Morpurgo is a delightful historical children’s novel that can be enjoyed by all ages. I am a granny and really enjoyed it.

Michael Morpurgo weaves a wonderful tale beginning in 1982, he then transports the reader back to the occupied south of France during World War II. The reader gets caught up in the war as the peaceful countryside is taken over by the Nazis.

There is the theme of trust. Not all Nazis were evil. They all wore uniforms but underneath some were men and not monsters. “In this uniform, I am Caporal Willi Brenner. Under this uniform, I am Herr Willi Brenner, husband, father and Lehrer.”

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The Flower Seller by Linda Finlay

An Assault On The Senses

The Flower Seller by Linda Finlay is the most delightful historical novel that transports the reader to a quieter age.

The noise and bustle of London contrasts sharply with the peace of the Dawlish countryside. Anonymity is exchanged for neighbours who pull together. The reader delights in the sights, sounds and smells of the countryside. Reading is a pleasant assault on all senses due to the marvellous descriptions.

There is a gap between the haves and the have-nots. The reader watches as the heroine transforms from aloof to all-in.

Family is important. There is a wonderful warm atmosphere that encompasses the reader. The mother is the glue that holds the family together.

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