This isn't really my genre, but the concept is interesting and your pitch encouraged me to read on. You're writing is good, although it feels rather heavy. I understand this is your style, but perhaps it would be easier to digest if it were broken up with some dialogue? Just a thought - feel free ... view book

Interesting concept. I don't know anything about your subject and your first chapter really engaged me and left me wanting to know more. Your writing seems clear and confident with a good pace, and I can see the story unfurling nicely. I'm starring this now and will pop it on my shelf as soon as t... view book

Lovely concept Fred. You know your historical stuff and the writing, as always, is comfortable and steady. However, I think you're missing a trick. Where's the food?? A French chef with a passion for food - don't tell me, show me! Cooking is so sensory and evocative, it's wonderful to work wi... view book

I started reading this, but I'm afraid I didn't get very far. I read books for pleasure, so I wouldn't pick this in a bookshop. I know I should and that it's important, but I don't want to read a book about animal cruelty. I'm more likely to take in information about a situation like this in a ne... view book

Hi both, Firstly, I thought it was going to be full on science fiction - I suppose an assumption from the title and cover. I love the concept - I can see the reader is going to be looking for connections in seemingly unconnected scenarios and everyone loves figuring out a mystery. I can al... view book