Finola Austin's compelling debut novel explores the allegedly scandalous relationship between the brother of the Brontë sisters, Branwell, and Lydia Robinson, the wife of his employer. Released in 2020, it's long been on my TBR pile. Thankfully it was nudged up the list after being chosen as February's novel for my Brontë-themed book club. The… Continue reading Brontë’s Mistress Review
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Reading is my favourite occupation, when I have leisure for it and books to read' - Anne Brontë
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“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” Mary Oliver
A lovingly sarcastic journey through all of Sweet Valley High, for grown folks
This blog is a selection of interesting things I've come across during my history research. I have a wide interest in history ranging from Wars of the Roses, country houses, Stuarts, Georgians, Louis XIV, Napoleon and criminals. So expect to see a bit of everything on here, with a focus on little known stories.
Exploring the world of ideas through books
A British Invasion era twist on a Brontë classic novel
Assorted Thoughts on Various Themes
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"For once in your life, indulge in the amiable weakness of doing yourself justice." - The Black Robe, Wilkie Collins
My honest opinion on the books I read.
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Wool, Wiltshire and All Manner of Wonderful Things!
Travels through the literary landscape: a guide to places of literary interest in the British Isles and beyond.
What Would You Give Up So She Could Live?
Writer, Reader, Crunchy Mom
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Exploring library copies of the seminal nineteenth century novel Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte
A blog where I write about my faith in Christ, my life as a wife and mother, & books.
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