This
has become my favourite all time read, given the space of time it covers from
1922 up to the 1950's. It’s so well written.
The
Count (who just wraps you round his finger) is just the supreme gentleman, and
the picture in the back of the book just puts me in the mind of how he
should be.
He was
a thoughtful, caring person who was denied his freedom and kept under house
arrest in a hotel for over 30 years. Even under these circumstances, he
stretched his thoughts to do what he could to help others.
The final
chapters left me reeling - it was so practical that he and Sophia came to the
happy conclusion they deserved.
Reviewed by Elizabeth
The Weirdstone of Brisingamen by Alan Garner
The book group recently read a classic children's book of their own choice ...
The
title draws you in. This takes you to places not dreamed of, with Elves,Tree Creatures who only appear at night, and Svarts with eyes that cannot bear light.
The
adventures that engulf Colin and Susan take them beyond mortal earth into the
dark underworld, not knowing which path to take and how to escape the pitfalls
around each corner.
Cadollin,
the wizard they met up with, warned them of the dangers ahead, but can his help
bring them safely back to their Aunt and Uncle's home?
Reviewed by Elizabeth
