Author Archives: Alison

Pin While You’re Winning…

Just a quick one, as time has been short here with much coursework and is set to continue with exam revision. I caved and joined Pinterest some time back, and if you want to join me, I am here with … Continue reading

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Gothic Romance: Mary Stewart and Madeleine Brent

It occurred to me the other day that I’ve really neglected the authors Mary Stewart and Madeleine Brent on this blog.  I won’t bore you with a biography of them, but I will tell you why I like their stories. … Continue reading

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Book Review: Rake With a Frozen Heart by Marguerite Kaye

I was given an advance copy of this book to review. The Regency is my favourite period to read in historical romance, so I was excited to try Rake With a Frozen Heart. First of all, I loved this book. … Continue reading

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An Epic Easter Gift

I had to share this.  The Mum left me a gift while I was at the Castle all day with our Easter event visitors.  Apparently she made it just this afternoon! Check out Mama Hen and her hatching chicks, there … Continue reading

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I Do Love Buckle Rings!

I’ve had my (Victorian, I believe) silver buckle ring for a few years now, but have only just started wearing it: I’ve had a fascination with buckle rings ever since.  I believe I’ve seen some bracelets similar too.  Not quite … Continue reading

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Edwardian Evening Bag

I’ve been meaning to post this one for ages, as I saw it in a shop display, and The Mum bought it for me for Christmas! It’s an electroplate silver Edwardian evening bag c1910, complete with original pale green lining … Continue reading

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New Films: Mirror Mirror

I haven’t seen this one yet, but it looks as though it will be good!  There seems to be a surfeit of fairytale films and TV programmes around and in the making at the moment – including Once Upon a … Continue reading

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The Castle Season Begins Again

Well, hello!  It’s that time of year again already – it almost feels impossible, but Castle Fraser opens again for the 2012 season tomorrow 1 April. I know that there are lots of fabulous events already planned this year, and … Continue reading

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Book Review: The Nurse’s Not-So-Secret Scandal by Wendy S. Marcus

This is a fuller version of my Goodreads review of an advance copy of the book I received.  You’re welcome to join me over there if you use it… I haven’t read that many Medical Romance books, nor any of … Continue reading

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A Vintage Venetian Find

I love this, I really do.  The extra nice thing about it is that it was a gift. I don’t know when this was made, but I suspect there were many made for tourists, and I have since seen a … Continue reading

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