I took this with me on a much needed holiday a few weeks ago. I had been looking forward to devoting the time to losing myself in an entertaining read as my life is such that at present with the caring responsibilities I have to carry out, I don't get much 'me' time where I can read uninterrupte...
My interest in UK reads is starting.This is a fun and funny read. The main character, Alice, was a little innocent at times. But she was naively funny, not annoying.Anyway, for us - nonUK peeps - wellies are short for wellington boots. Still explaining further, these are simply "rain boots" or "f...
I've been on a Lynda Renham kick as of late, and have now read four of her books. All of them make me laugh out loud and are a great read at the gym for me. I do have to say though this was my least favorite thus far, and if this is the first one you've read by her don't give up, as the rest of ...
We have walked for miles and I am seriously exhausted. It is stiflingly hot and Bryant keeps saying we can’t chance getting a taxi. I think he is paranoid. Any warm feelings I felt for him vanished when he refused to allow me to change before leaving. If that wasn’t enough, he also forbade me to ...
Hampton Court Palace looks magical and the light dusting of snow makes the winter wonderland beautifully romantic. Children wrapped in hats, gloves and scarves are giggling happily even when they fall over. The snow which has become a steady flurry is making it more exhilarating and, although I h...
I’d guessed that Tom had arranged lunch but I never imagined it would in a sheltered spot on the promenade, under a gazebo. I feel tears prick my eyelids as I stare at a banner that hangs above the entrance. Happy Birthday to a Lovely Lady. Shim...
‘But you’d better be careful. If you put one foot wrong now I’m warning you, you’ll never work again. You’ll end up homeless.’ ‘Why Ham, you say the nicest things,’ I had responded, only to receive a piercing glare from him. Melanie was bustling around giving the servants orders while Marga...