Daily Archives: October 1, 2016

The Fixer by Bernard Malamud

I’m not sure what to think –  it’s a powerful book,  based on a historical event but not something which would be written this way today – I don’t think – it’s pretty heavy handed although maybe considering the subject … Continue reading

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Knit Your Own Murder by Monica Ferris

I’ll admit I’m a big fan of Monica Ferris’ Needlecraft series.   Oh I know it’s pure comfort reading,  cozy / traditional mystery series with an amateur detective and her friends sleuthing around a small town which is full of … Continue reading

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Hard Times by Charles Dickens

Finished a few days ago and am finally writing it down –   I’m not a huge Dickens fan but I’ve enjoyed many of his books over the years  – they’re kind of fun when I’m in the mood and actually quite interesting as … Continue reading

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