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For the discussion of published Jane Austen-based novels and other books of interest to Dwiggies.
Re: Death at the Netherfield Ball, Chapter 16 (Complete) - 3 years ago
Thank you very much for sharing this story! It was an excellent read.by Karen A - Derbyshire Writers' Guild
Re: Online "Emma"? - 8 years ago
There are several free online versions available. For instance if you use the Google Play website or app, go to books and search for Emma Jane Austen, you can read for free! Although it must be noted that such excellent works should of course have a prominent place in your bookcase Enjoy reading!by Karen A - Tea Room
Re: Dutch people here? - 9 years ago
Another Dutchie here! It shounds interesting. What kind of events?by Karen A - Tea Room
Re: Looking for a story - 9 years ago
Is it "A Dream Deferred" by Tanisha? Great story. But unfortunately still a work in progress. Here is an update on the status of the story.by Karen A - Tea Room
The unlikely pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce - 13 years ago
A lovely book this. Harold Fry, a quite unimpressing man, goes to post a postcard and while on his way decides to deliver it by hand. His pilgrimage starts in Kingsbridge and leads him to Berwick upon Tweed. On his way he enjoys nature, meets interesting and uninteresting people and most of all, evaluates his life. His relationship with his wife and son, his friendship with Queenie (the woman towby Karen A - JAFF Library
Kate Atkinson - 14 years ago
Recently I discovered, through JA, the books of Kate Atkinson. I was looking for a book of the Watsons and bought one with an introduction written by Kate Atkinson. Maybe she's quite famous in the UK, but for me in our small quaint Dutchieland, had never heard of her before. I am now hooked on the Jackson Brodie books. They are funny, yet excellent mystery novels without being gruesome. And JA, oby Karen A - JAFF Library
Re: The Thief of Time - 15 years ago
I've read the book some time ago, and I must say, I cannot really remember how it ended. So I'll have to agree with you, the ending wasn't all that magnificent (at least, it didn't make an impression). Nice read, good enough to keep one of the streets (so to say) but nothing spectacular in my opinion.by Karen A - JAFF Library