I read some quality books in May and June, despite May not starting on a great note (a viral fever during the first half completely sapped my energy and I could barely read). Persephone emerged as the dominant publisher as I read three books (two novels and a short story collection) from their wonderful catalogue.…| Radhika's Reading Retreat
I have, since encountering the work of Charlotte Armstrong, developed a newfound appreciation for the novel of suspense. And so when Kate at Cross-Examining Crime mentioned that The Hours Before Dawn (1958) by Celia Fremlin was among her favourite debuts in the genre, I was willing to put my scepticism aside — Kate and I … Continue reading #1296: The Hours Before Dawn (1958) by Celia Fremlin| The Invisible Event
I disappeared again – I’m sorry. I’m trying to decide whether I’m done with this whole blogging malarky – there are aspects I miss – but I get overwhelmed with the effort it takes me now. So, if I do stick around, I might need to change the kinds of posts I publish and focus […]| heavenali