I liked these pieces, two separate stories that I would describe as "observational humor." I admit I signed on for what I figured would be the British version of Barbara Ehrenreich's "Nickel and Dimed: On Not Getting by in America," and while the social commentary is there, it's not the point of Urban Slave, the … Continue reading Urban Slave and Walking on Aire – Andy Owens (An e-book; Netgalley & Kindle)
Month: May 2021
A Peculiar Combination- Ashley Weaver (Electra McDonnell, Book 1) *And books 2 and 3, below*
A thoroughly enjoyable read! Ellie McDonnell has been raised since infancy by her widowed uncle Mick, a locksmith and a safecracker. It's London, August 1940, Britain is in the war and Mick's two sons have been called to duty. Ellie already is trained in both sides of the family business, when she learns her skills … Continue reading A Peculiar Combination- Ashley Weaver (Electra McDonnell, Book 1) *And books 2 and 3, below*
The Consequences of Fear – Jacqueline Winspear (Maisie Dobbs # 16)
Don't know about you, but a lot of times I find that as my favorite historical fiction series progress through the decades, I lose interest or the writing quality goes down. Not so with Maisie Dobbs. We've seen her through great tragedy and great happiness, over several decades and she never fails to be interesting. … Continue reading The Consequences of Fear – Jacqueline Winspear (Maisie Dobbs # 16)
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