Uma Surpresa para Christine

by Eileen Thornton, Taís Paulilo Blauth (Translator)

Tire um tempo e permita-se.

Uma mulher reflete sobre sua vida a bordo de um ônibus urbano — será que os dois precisam de uma mudança de direção? Poderá uma ervilha deixada no prato mudar o futuro de alguém? Que segredos sombrios serão revelados por uma mala velha? E a surpresa para Christine, sairá conforme o planejado?

Brincando com uma miríade de sentimentos e emoções, “Uma Surpresa para Christine”, de Eileen Thornton, reúne doze contos doces, divertidos e românticos para iluminar até mesmo os dias mais sombrios.

112 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 12, 2015

About the author

Since beginning a comprehensive writing course with The Writers Bureau in 2001, my articles and short stories have been published in a variety of magazines. These include Heritage, Scottish Field, The Lady and People’s Friend. In 2005 a couple of my short stories were included in two quite different anthologies. The first story was in an International Anthology, published in June, while the second appeared in Café Ole – Too Hot To Handle, which was launched in Glasgow during August.

My debut novel, The Trojan Project, an action thriller, was published at the end of May 2008 by Austin & Macauley Publishers Ltd. Now my novel is to be re-published in the USA later this year with a brand new cover. Details of my novel can be found on my website. www.eileenthornton.co.uk I also review books for newbooks a bi-monthly magazine informing the public of new books on the shelves.

I am a member of the Society of Authors, the Society of Women Writer’s and Journalists, The Edinburgh Writer’s Club, The Borders Writer’s Forum, Mystery Women and The Melrose Literary Society, as well as being an Associate Member of NAWG (National Association of Writers Groups).

Reviews

[Joni Martins · Rating 4 out of 5]

Book Review

Basic Details:
Book Title: A Surprise for Christine: And other lighthearted short stories
Subtitle:
Author: Eileen Thornton
Genre:
Part of a series? No
Order in series:
Best read after earlier books in series?
Available: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
Overall score:
I scored this book 4/5
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Short Summary of the book:
This book is a collection of light-hearted stories. Each story brings another look at life and is interesting on its own.
What I liked about the book:
It was quite a quick read and the stories were all easy to read.
What I didn’t like about the book:
I enjoyed the book in its entirety.
My favourite bits in the book:
The first story, which also gave the book its title, was definitely the better of the stories in this book.
My least favourite bits in the book:
The formatting of the book could be improved on.

Any further books in the series? Any more planned by this author?
This book isn’t part of a series. The author has written several other books.
What books could this be compared to and why?
This book is similar to many others which form a collection of short stories.
Recommendation:
In summary, I would recommend this book for the following readers:

Children No
Young Adult Possibly
Adult Yes

If you like short light-hearted stories this book may be the book for you.

I look forward to reading more books by this author.
Book Description by Author:
A woman sits on a city bus, reflecting on her life — do both need change in direction? Is it possible that a single pea left on plate can change one’s future? What dark secrets are revealed by an old suitcase? And will the surprise for Christine go according to plan?

Playing upon a myriad of sentiments and emotions, Eileen Thornton's A Surprise for Christine is a collection of twelve sweet, lighthearted, and romantic stories sure to brighten even the darkest of days.
About the Author:
Since beginning a comprehensive writing course with The Writers Bureau in 2001, my articles and short stories have been published in a variety of magazines. These include Heritage, Scottish Field, The Lady and People’s Friend. In 2005 a couple of my short stories were included in two quite different anthologies. The first story was in an International Anthology, published in June, while the second appeared in Café Ole – Too Hot To Handle, which was launched in Glasgow during August.

My debut novel, The Trojan Project, an action thriller, was published at the end of May 2008 by Austin & Macauley Publishers Ltd. Now my novel is to be re-published in the USA later this year with a brand new cover. Details of my novel can be found on my website. www.eileenthornton.co.uk I also review books for newbooks a bi-monthly magazine informing the public of new books on the shelves.

I am a member of the Society of Authors, the Society of Women Writer’s and Journalists, The Edinburgh Writer’s Club, The Borders Writer’s Forum, Mystery Women and The Melrose Literary Society, as well as being an Associate Member of NAWG (National Association of Writers Groups).

[H.M. Holten · Rating 4 out of 5]

Light-hearted Short Stories

A Surprise for Christine – a surprise party with obstacles
Reason to Celebrate – trouble in the village
Same Time on Friday? – revenge is sweet
The Last Pea on the plate – do peas have feelings?
The Little Fairy – pleasant surprises
The Number 57 Bus – the romance of a bus
Only the Best – theatre trouble
The Suitcase – secrets to keep
The Wrong Horse – an apparent suicide
Reaching the Top – taking up a challenge
Drastic Measures – the bliss of having neighbours
To Trap a Thief – an amazing jewel

This collection of light-hearted short stories is a quick read that gives the reader a mixture of romance, crime, quirky ideas, and musings about life, the universe, and anything. Ms Thornton writes in a playful manner, it may not be deep or philosophical, but it is effective. This is the kind of book you’d grab to while away a rainy day – when you want an hour or so of cheerful recreation.

[P.S. Winn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed the short stories in this collection. The author did a great job with the fell of the stories and the endings had just the right twist. The stories are a quick read and each one is a fun idea and a great journey into some interesting tales. I found the author's writing style extremely inviting and smiled at the quirky ending of each tale. If readers are looking for a fun collection, this is the one to grab. Well done.

[Nancy Silk · Rating 5 out of 5]

"A Great Assortment Of Enjoyable Short Stories"

This is a novella of 12 different genre stories. Some are sweet and lighthearted romance tales, and others are also very entertaining. Get comfortable and enjoy the stories with your feet up and coffee beside you. I enjoyed them all, especially the caper to steal a precious stone. Enjoy!

[A.J. Griffiths-Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a truly heartwarming collection of short stories with just enough suspense & intrigue in each to keep you guessing. My favourite was ‘The Last Pea on the Plate’, a very clever romance that made me smile. I’ve read this book around the pool, dipping in & out of the tales and enjoying every single one. Thornton is a great author with a superb talent for spinning a yarn or two.

[Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a delightful treat! Take a break from full length novels (riveting and exciting as they are) and indulge in this lovely book of short stories.

These are a selection of light-hearted tales that play on differing sentiments and emotions and all leave you with a ‘feel good’ factor.

So to any who may read this review, it is great to put the kettle on, put your feet up and dip into this book. Each story is a delight. Certainly worth five stars.