Having read Blood Red I just had to download this sequel, and have now bought another three of the Connections series to keep me happy over Christmas.Having read Blood Red I just had to download this sequel, and have now bought another three of the Connections series to keep me happy over Christmas. I really enjoyed this well written, compelling book - the unexpected twists and turns ensure you can't put this one down! Great characterisation, can't wait to read more of Anita's work! ...more
Sarah Bourne has a gift for stirring emotions. I found this story compelling, informative and beautifully written. The dual timeline added interest asSarah Bourne has a gift for stirring emotions. I found this story compelling, informative and beautifully written. The dual timeline added interest as I followed Ella's recovery, her coming to terms with the horrors of war and moving on to a new life. A poignant story that stays with you long after the last page....more
This is the first of Anita Waller's books I have read and I've already pre-ordered the next in the series. Well defined characters brought the storyliThis is the first of Anita Waller's books I have read and I've already pre-ordered the next in the series. Well defined characters brought the storyline to life and I loved the fact that so much was going on. Each investigation was cleverly wrapped up with a few surprises which kept me guessing. Brilliant storyline and excellent writing, I look forward to reading more from this author....more
A compelling and beautiful family saga. This book is so well researched and the writing is excellent. I found it absorbing and informative with well-rA compelling and beautiful family saga. This book is so well researched and the writing is excellent. I found it absorbing and informative with well-rounded characters and a great storyline. Well deserved 5 stars. ...more
Having read The Occupation and thoroughly enjoying it, I couldn't wait to read The Lifeline and was not disappointed. Deborah brings history to life aHaving read The Occupation and thoroughly enjoying it, I couldn't wait to read The Lifeline and was not disappointed. Deborah brings history to life and her books are informative as well as entertaining. I was unfamiliar with the Norway occupation and the activities of the Shetland Bus and my education was completed in the guise of an exciting, fast paced storyline which kept me reading late into the night. Loved the main characters and became totally invested in their story - brilliant book!...more
Absolutely brilliant book. Hard to read at times but I was drawn into the characters and wanted to know what their future would bring. Wonderfully wriAbsolutely brilliant book. Hard to read at times but I was drawn into the characters and wanted to know what their future would bring. Wonderfully written, evocative and sensitive. An education....more
What a gem of a book this is! Master Mercurius is such a likeable hero and the storyline intriguing with just enough humour to keep the reader entertaWhat a gem of a book this is! Master Mercurius is such a likeable hero and the storyline intriguing with just enough humour to keep the reader entertained. The historical detail is fascinating and I love the fact that fiction is interweaved with fact without detracting from either. I look forward to the next in the series, when I can prise it off my husband!...more
Another evocative book from Jane Cable which I thoroughly enjoyed. Rachel is a comfortingly fallible heroine and it was so easy to become lost in her Another evocative book from Jane Cable which I thoroughly enjoyed. Rachel is a comfortingly fallible heroine and it was so easy to become lost in her story. The layers of the WW2 romance enhanced the plot; so many delightful characters! Jane's excellent writing and descriptive prose made this a book to remember....more
Having read all of Stan Jackson's books, I eagerly awaited this one and was not disappointed. In my opinion, the best yet. Perry Webster is an engaginHaving read all of Stan Jackson's books, I eagerly awaited this one and was not disappointed. In my opinion, the best yet. Perry Webster is an engaging character and I love the way he doggedly continues investigating when others would have given up. The plot, going back 50 years was intriguing and I found it impossible to guess the ending. Even when I thought it was over another little surprise was waiting on the last page!...more