This novel describes the inhabitants and escapades of the
Woodlands Nursing Home residents. I found
it poignant and whimsical, engaging and comical - all
rolled into one.
Through the eyes of Hattie and Walter, we meet the staff and
fellow 'inmates' and share their adventures over time as small things become
paramount and love blossoms in the most unexpected way.
I recommend this book to readers who value a pleasant read with deep insights into the human soul.
'Poignant and warm-hearted . . . a tonic for our times.' - Holly Miller, author of The Sight of You
At nearly ninety, retired nature writer Hattie Bloom prefers the company of birds to people, but when a fall lands her in a nursing home she struggles to cope with the loss of independence and privacy. From the confines of her 'room with a view' - of the car park! - she dreams of escape.
Fellow 'inmate', the gregarious, would-be comedian Walter Clements also plans on returning home as soon as he is fit and able to take charge of…
As a writer who, more
often than not, places his stories in the future, Year
of Wonders by Geraldine Brooks is not my usual cup of tea for reading matter. However, I
found its description of the plague years in Eyam, Derbyshire in England, absolutely riveting.
The text describes life and death in a small village subject to self-imposed isolation as
the plague struck in 1666. It is so authentic
that it actually drags you back in time. The
conflicts between good and evil are stark as the villagers are changed by
catastrophe.
Not for the squeamish but a moving
testimonial from the perspective of a survivor.
Language:Chinese.Paperback. Pub Date :2002-5-1 Pages: 308 Publisher:. Penguin WThen an infected bolt of cloth carries plagae from London toan isolated mountain viilage. a housemaid named Anna Frith emergesas an unlikely heroine and healer ThroUgh Anna s eyes we followthe story of the plague vear. I666. as her fellow viliagers makean extraordinan choice: convinced by a visionary young. ministerthey elect to quarantine themselves within the village boundariesto arrest the spread of the disease But as death reaches intoevery household.faith flays When villagers turn.. from prayers tomurderous witch-hunting. Anna must confront the deaths of family.. the disintegration of her community. and the…
I loved this "Sherlock Holmes" type mystery based on a true story. Author
Hannah Howe weaves an authentic tale set in the late 1800s. Was banker Charles
Petrie even murdered at all? If so, who is the true villain? Is Carys Beaumond
totally misled in her endeavor to find the truth and save her beloved friend,
Grace? There is much to
ponder upon.
This is a marvelous tale steeped in the
chequered history of south Wales. Advocate Daniel Morgan sets out to crack the
case and, in doing so, changes his life. Can Grace, gentle with large eyes, be a
murderer?
There are questions to be answered in this story, none of them
straightforward. It's a totally intriguing read for those who love mysteries of any kind.
The Western Mail 2 August 1876 Sensation in the Charles Petrie Case! Readers may recall that a young banker, by name Mr Charles Petrie, with every opportunity of succeeding in his profession, and commanding a not illiberal income, returned home after riding his horse to dine with his wife, Grace, and her companion, Mrs Quinn. During and after dinner he had nothing to excite him save the receipt of a letter which somewhat annoyed him, and that his wife consumed rather more wine than he considered to be good for her health. Immediately after retiring to his room he was…
When
scientists from Paludis share a technological breakthrough withEarth, peace swiftly turns into deadly conflict. The
local aliens, downtrodden and plotting revenge, seize their chance, and a desperate human cult
plans a mysterious agenda.
Law enforcement officer
Stefan Lattanzis must team with two strangers, a botanist, and a mysterious
seer, and combat the malevolent forces that threaten to destroy their home
world.
If you like
futuristic technology, alien political intrigue, and high-octane paranormal
action, you’ll love this highly-awarded interstellar adventure!
My grandson
loved this book because of the messages it portrayed.
The pages emphasized
virtues such as love and do not take life for granted. Victory
over great suffering is key to the book's story, and the fact that it was
written by a centenarian extremely impressive to a teenager.
Perhaps the
greatest message, portrayed by the title, was be grateful.
'Eddie looked evil in the eye and met it with joy and kindness . . . [his] philosophy is life-affirming' - Daily Express
Holocaust survivor Eddie Jaku made a vow to smile every day and now believes he is the 'happiest man on earth'. In his inspirational memoir, he pays tribute to those who were lost by telling his story and sharing his wisdom.
Life can be beautiful if you make it beautiful. It is up to you.
Eddie Jaku always considered himself a German first, a Jew second. He was proud of his country. But all of that changed…
