#TheArchitectureLoversGuidetoLondon #NetGalley

The author of this guide takes an historical approach to London’s architecture, beginning with medieval times and finishing with twenty-first century London. This is an ambitious undertaking. Since, of course, not all buildings can be included the author looks at structures that either exemplify their time of have significance to the city as readers are told in the introduction.

I very much like that the author includes a map with many key buildings marked. Just a few of the many sites included are the London Wall from Roman times, the White Tower, Westminster Abbey, 10 Downing Street, The Old Bailey, the Barbican Center and many more.

So, enjoy some armchair travel and facts in this well-written book that includes many photos. I enjoyed the time that I spent with this title imagining that I was once again able to embark on trips.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions are my own.

This title will be published on 28 Feb 2022

UK magazine Woman and Home has a great book section. The most recent issue (Sarah Parrish on the cover) has an interviews with Diane Chamberlain whose Last House on the street I just reviewed. Also an interview with Nita Prose. I reviewed The Maid recently. Plus an interview with the author of Wahala, a book in my tbr pile. The magazine is available in print and digital formats so one does not have to be in the UK to read it.

Seattle author Elizabeth George talks about writing her 21st Inspector Lynley novel – The Seattle Times
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by Susie Jaramillo; Steven Wolfe Pereira

I have previously traveled with these tiny travelers. Each title in this series is engaging and teaches kids about a new location. This time, readers spend time in Lebanon. There are fun facts about things like the country’s capital, the languages spoken there, the population and more. One interesting fact was that in the spring it could be possible to both go skiing and swimming in the sea on the same day.

A further enticement for kids is that there are things to search for in each two page spread. They can see foods, places to visit and more.

I recommend this title and series for young armchair travelers.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions are my own.

Pluto’s Snitch, Book 2

by Carolyn Haines

I have read this author’s series featuring Sara Booth Delaney which I have very much enjoyed. Ms. Haines creates a world in these stories and readers care about her recurring characters. These titles feature a ghost and, even though I generally don’t read books with ghostly characters, I love Jitty. All of this to say that I did not know that Ms. Haines had a second series. This title is the second of those.

Protagonist Raissa is about to solve her second case with the help of her partner Reginald. Readers may well enjoy that Zelda Fitzgerald features in what transpires. Something strange is happening to Zelda’s friend Camilla and everyone wants to get to the bottom of it. What is the role of an old hospital in this? Read the novel to find out.

Those who enjoy a story with some supernatural elements may want to give this book and series a look. There are now four books in all.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions are my own.

www.nytimes.com/2022/02/01/books/group-text-black-cake-charmaine-wilkerson.html

Having felt very busy today, I found this one appealing.

An ABC of Democracy

by Nancy Shapiro

This cheerfully illustrated title will help young children to understand democracy and the rights that people enjoy. The author engages children with the text and by asking questions for discussion. A couple of letter examples are H is for human rights, J is for justice, and P is for politician. For adults who want to raise good citizens, this would be a welcome addition to the bookshelf.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions are my own.