Violet Reading again this glorious book of yours, so full of imagery, ideas, portent and surprise, with language that carries you forward effortlessly – I’ve waited a long time to see this published, to be able to read the whole piece on paper (or Kindle, if I must). The very best work of the curre... view book

Violet, Well, as I suspected, this is a seductive and intriguing opening; a truly superb first line, followed by such carefully woven language, loaded with portent, as well as information, and on from there into the past. This all slides and melts without ‛clunk’ or artifice. If this hasn’t ye... view book

Elizabeth As you can see, I’m not famous for my comment, but am occasionally moved to leave a little something, in the way of real appreciation. While the historical aspect of Memories of Glory (in the strctest sense) is outside my natural inclination, your writing is compelling, and often much ... view book

Sue, I really like the pace of this opening; not slow, but unforced. I’m not into nostalgia, as such, but do remember the whole R White’s bottle scam/scheme: unfortunately, it didn’t make an entrepreneur of me. It is, of course, a remarkable and compelling first chapter. It lacks artifice, which i... view book

Yes, Phyllis, always good to kick off with a mystery, this is intriguing and pulls you straight in. I've read the first three chapters, and enjoyed doing so; the writing is excellent and deserves to be backed. Good luck with it, Rob view book