pickI've had mixed results with Goudge's books, but this one was a win for me. She tends to write books that are more like interconnected character sketches for the first half of the story, so it's a slow start. But she also writes compellingly realistic and relatable people. Religion plays a big part here, but her characters don't use it as a crutch or a bandaid or an excuse. ⬇
I‘m posting one book a day from my massive collection. No description, no reason for why I want to read it (some I‘ve had so long I don‘t even remember why!) Feel free to join in!
#ABookADay2023
I am really happy with this library book sale haul. They had a nice selection of “oldies but goodies.” #librarybooksale #bookhaul
pickGoudge is quickly becoming one of my favorite writers! Her stories are sweet and heartfelt and I love to see the growth happening in the characters, secondary and main. One of my favorite things about this book was the way the Dean opening his eyes to those around him mirrored his understanding of the inner workings of the clocks Mr Peabody worked on. It was such a beautiful metaphor for the entire book. At the end, I teared up, again. Lovely!
Day 4 of the 7 Days 7 Book Covers Challenge! Post a book cover you love. No information on the book. No explanation. No review. #7days7bookcovers
The Dean's Watch | 
Highly recommended, especially if you've ever clung to faith in a dark time. 8mo
#FourFoursin24 - Neighbor Labour @lauredhel
#GottaCatchEmAll - Victorian Era @PuddleJumper
#TPRC - Laura Palmer @Yuki_Onna
#BookSpinBingo 8mo