Tag: ghosts

The Little Stranger by Sarah Waters

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Photography by me. The reason I love Sarah Waters' books is because there is always a sense of pervasive menace throughout her pages. Her settings are innocuous: British post-war, large rambling houses, upper-class families who have fallen on hard times and must economize in ways they never had to before, and a way of life … Continue reading The Little Stranger by Sarah Waters

The Demonologist by Andrew Pyper

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Thanks to CHC for the photography! October winds to a close, and all the spooky, scary things that went bump in the night are on their way out, ushering in the holiday season. The supernaturally-themed book that I raced to the October finish line is a new favorite, a little gem of a novel which … Continue reading The Demonologist by Andrew Pyper

The Witching Hour by Anne Rice

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Thanks to KMQ for the photography. We continue with our month-long Halloween theme and a particular favorite book of mine. I'm always excited to reread "The Witching Hour" which is on my top 10 absolute most favorite books in the world. I first discovered Anne Rice one summer when I was 12, visiting my aunt … Continue reading The Witching Hour by Anne Rice

The Shining by Stephen King

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Thanks to CHC for the photography. I don't think Stephen King has ever been accused of being a foodie, though he is most certainly the most visceral writer I've ever encountered. I've been reading his books since my early teens, starting with The Shining, as well as many others. But the story of the Torrance … Continue reading The Shining by Stephen King

The Ghost Bride by Yangsze Choo

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One of the reasons I started this blog, beyond the joy of combining my loves of reading and cooking, was also my desire to travel, whether physically or through the pages of books. I wanted to challenge myself as well, to cook food that was outside my comfort zone. I've always wanted to gain a … Continue reading The Ghost Bride by Yangsze Choo

Madeleine’s Ghost by Robert Girardi

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I've lost track of how many times I've read this book. My sister even comments when I tell her I'm reading it again, and she never comments on my books. "What? Madeleine's Ghost AGAIN? Haven't you read it like a billion times?" Not quite. I just love this novel. It hits me in the heart … Continue reading Madeleine’s Ghost by Robert Girardi