The Friday 56 is hosted at Freda's Voice. Find a quote from page 56.
Review, of sorts, to follow.
This is the book I'm highlighting right now---
Book Beginning:
Two men, who were brothers, went to Suffolk. One drove the car, an old Bristol drophead coupe in British racing green, while the other navigated, using an out-of-date linen-backed map.Friday 56:
La thought she heard the interviewer laugh, but only briefly.Comment: I start today (Friday) reading books that I own as part of reading challenge. This is the first book on my list and I haven't even started it. I can't even remember where I got this book. It seems to have materialized out of thin air and has lived on my book shelf for at least a year. But I love Alexander McCall Smith's writing and his books are usually so funny but I am not sure that this one will be. It is set in the countryside outside London in 1939. Lavender, La for short, isn't escaping bombings, she is escaping a shattered marriage. Should be good.
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His books always have the most creative titles. I haven't read this one, but I have read several of his lady detective series books and enjoyed those.
ReplyDeleteI have no idea how many series he has written but apparently this is a standalone.
DeleteI haven't read this author in ages. This one looks tempting. Thanks for sharing, and for visiting my blog.
ReplyDeleteI've never read his writing, but I really enjoyed the adaption of the Ladies Detective Agency, you got a real sense of humour in that too.
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Sounds interesting. I have have that seem to have magically appeared on my shelves too. This week I am spotlighting Geekerella by Ashley Poston. Happy reading!
ReplyDeleteThis book has been on my radar screen for a few years because I like this author and have read some of his other series. He's quite versatile.
ReplyDeleteI often can't remember when or where I got my books. I hope you end up enjoying this one. Happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteI love his books. It's been a while since I read anything though. Happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteI've enjoyed several of his series. Most are funny.
DeleteI've heard a lot of good things about this author - maybe I'll have to try his stuff. :)
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I love his writing, and would enjoy hearing him speak again!
ReplyDeleteMe, too. I started wondering today how old he is. Let me look it up...70. Good there is plenty of time for lots more books by this guy.
DeleteHope you'll enjoy it and will be glad you found it on your shelf.
ReplyDeleteThis one has me very curious!
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It sounds good, and unusual for him. It's not from one of his series?
ReplyDeleteThanks for playing along on Book Beginnings! And good luck with your challenge.
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