Great article Marg on epistolary novels (although didn't know they were called this). The novel I'm reading is in fact one of those as its constructed of email exchanges between two women living on opposite sides of the world. While the narratives themselves are quite interesting, I'm finding it hard not to hear the author's voice in both characters. Feels more like a rambling monologue about the author's inner thoughts than two characters interacting and responding to each other as separate people! The book is 'From where I fell' by Susan Johnson. So not finding it that enjoyable but I'll give your suggested read 'The Appeal' a go as it sounds way more exciting!!! Thanks for suggestion.
The Appeal is very entertaining but I'm not sure if it's your thing - give it a whirl (70 pages should do it). I would strongly recommend that you read 'All My Mothers' by Joanna Glen though, as I think you would love it.
I read 84 Charing Cross years ago. I wonder if it's a bit dated now? or perhaps it's a timeless classic... If you ever get around to reading it, let me know.
Great article Marg on epistolary novels (although didn't know they were called this). The novel I'm reading is in fact one of those as its constructed of email exchanges between two women living on opposite sides of the world. While the narratives themselves are quite interesting, I'm finding it hard not to hear the author's voice in both characters. Feels more like a rambling monologue about the author's inner thoughts than two characters interacting and responding to each other as separate people! The book is 'From where I fell' by Susan Johnson. So not finding it that enjoyable but I'll give your suggested read 'The Appeal' a go as it sounds way more exciting!!! Thanks for suggestion.
The Appeal is very entertaining but I'm not sure if it's your thing - give it a whirl (70 pages should do it). I would strongly recommend that you read 'All My Mothers' by Joanna Glen though, as I think you would love it.
Lovely read, Marg, thank you.
84 Charing Cross Rd. is in my list... although, I must confess, I'm not a huge fan of epistolary novels.
When I don't want to turn on the oven to bake a cauliflower, I steam it halfway through first and then pan fry it. Next time I'll add the spices, too!
I read 84 Charing Cross years ago. I wonder if it's a bit dated now? or perhaps it's a timeless classic... If you ever get around to reading it, let me know.
I discovered it thanks to Miranda Mills. I think it was one of the titles for her monthly book club. Will let you know if I read it 📚