pick4.5/5
When Clem is kidnapped by Captain Mariel and her crew of Merry Men, she assumes it's because reputation as a healer who is experimenting with more effective treatments, instead it's to make sure her guardian understands that consequences of healing anyone associated with the Sheriff of Nottingham.
I thought this was a fun re-imagining of Robin Hood focused on his granddaughter.
Finished up both of these for #auldlangspine - liked the Rachel Incident but really liked the woman on the ledge… but 2 good choices! @MallenNC @monalyisha
“If a man hits you once, leave. It‘s never going to get any better.”
I‘ve had this on my shelf for eight years. It‘s my February #ReadOrDonate pick. I feel like its time is upon me.
pickThese short books really pack a punch. There are three, Earth, Water and Fire and this is the second one I‘ve read. Famous footballer, Evan, and his teammate, Robbie, are accused of rape. Did they do it? And what has led him to this courtroom, awaiting the verdict? It‘s a gripper and I‘m very much looking forward to the third book.
pickBeautifully written, and thoroughly researched this novel, set in 1914 , is an engaging, and often horrifying read. Ms Winn tells the story of boys from an English boarding school as they encounter the horrors of WWI. Henry Gaunt, one of the primary characters welcomes enlistment to flee his growing feelings for Sydney Elwood, one his classmates who later also enlists. There love story is fraught, but ultimately beautiful. Don‘t miss this book.
