Where to start with Virginia Woolf. That’s a great question. Best known for Mrs Dalloway and A Room of One’s Own, she’s the kind of author that feels larger than life and so important it can be off-putting. You’ve likely heard of her, …
Books & Reviews
Book Review: The Return of the Soldier by Rebecca West
This June marks 100 years since The Return of the Soldier by Rebecca West was published. And this debut work, a stunning paean to grief, war, love and the pressure to live a good life, is one that you need to read soon.
What I’ve Been Reading Lately: May
The weather turned glorious in May and this meant that I spent a lot of time outside! You’ve got to seize the day when you live in Belfast, as you can never be sure when grey skies and rain will …
10 Best Books Set in England (But Not London)
Today we’re going to look at the best books set in England (but not London!). Just walking around your bookshop will give you a sense of the breadth of great fiction that is written in England. But for some reason, …
What I’ve Been Reading Lately: April
Here we are in another new month! I have a couple of really good books to share with you from my “What I’ve Been Reading Lately” pile. This month started with two books that were quick reads, but very though …
Book Review: The Living Mountain by Nan Shepherd
At times, as a reader, I find myself craving a book that is quiet and contemplative yet filled with inspiration. Usually, I gravitate towards so-called “motivational books” when this happens. But when I encountered The Living Mountain by Nan Shepherd, …