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Peacock on the Moon: A chil...

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Cocktail Hour Under the Tree of Forgetfulness by Alexandra Fuller
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If Nicola Fuller, the author’s mother, disliked the first memoir, it’s hard to see why Fuller expected a warmer reception to this one. She is happy to catalogue her mother’s weaknesses, while remaining relatively guarded about her own, and the result ...more
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By Your Side by Ruth Jones
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I really enjoyed the blend of humour and pathos, which made the story both entertaining and moving. Of the dual storylines, Linda’s was the standout for me; her chapters were so strong and engaging that they carried the weaker plot thread. Overall, I ...more
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SENT AWAY by Margaret M Laughton
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This book of poetry gives voice to the child within the now adult – a haunting collection of loss for all concerned: parent, child, brother, sister.
The emotions I harboured as a boarder are given the light of day by others. This publication will be o
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Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight by Alexandra Fuller
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We can feel the rawness of the writer's childhood as she brings to the page the heat, the brittleness, and the beauty of 1980s Africa.
This book is everything a memoir should be.
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Should We Stay or Should We Go by Lionel Shriver
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If you were part of a debating society debating the pros and cons of voluntarily exiting life early, then this thesis has lots for you. It is explorative to the point of being tedious. Whilst the concept is amusing, the novel would have been sharper ...more
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Mania by Lionel Shriver
Mania
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I'm torn between giving this a four or a five-star review. I loved this scathing attack on groupthink, and the way it is written makes it all the more believable how pandering to those complaining about hurty feelings can destroy a nation.
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Hauntology by Merlin Coverley
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Whilst well written, I was left somewhat cold to the concept of Hauntology. It was a useful introduction to the concept, but I won't be giving this book out as a Christmas present. I found the subject of jurisprudence opaque at university, and I equa ...more
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Burnt Siena by Judith May Evans
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A well-paced read with sufficient historic detail to give authenticity to the tale. A young couple are swept up in the drama and battles of 14th century Siena, reminding us that a woman’s choices were somewhat limited and that perpetual war was a car ...more
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The Ride by Louise  Jordan
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Despite three airlines, three airports, and two days on the move, not to mention total jet lag, I couldn’t put this book down. The short chapters and the fact that it's written from different perspectives keep the story upbeat and fast-moving. I will ...more
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