Author Archives: Alison

Pin While You’re Winning…

Posted on May 1, 2012 by

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

Posted on April 20, 2012 by

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

Posted on April 14, 2012 by

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

Posted on April 8, 2012 by

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!

Posted on April 3, 2012 by

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

Posted on April 2, 2012 by

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

Posted on April 1, 2012 by

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

Posted on March 31, 2012 by

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

Posted on March 25, 2012 by

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

Posted on March 4, 2012 by

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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