A journal of our growing adventures in a newbuild kitchen garden on the East Coast of Scotland.
Natasha Solomons’ Cleopatra is a rich reimagining of one of history’s most mysterious figures. I really loved the glimpses into the life and time of Cleopatra and the royal court around her as well as the powerful Roman figure she encounters along the way. Refreshingly, Solomons portrays her not as a caricature of seduction and power, but …
If you’re already a fan of the Raven and Fisher series, you’re in for a treat with The Death of Shame. And if you’re not, this is a brilliant place to start. Once again we’re right back in 19th-century Edinburgh, full of dark alleyways, fog, hidden corners and a whole lot of secrets. This one feels …