Life often throws out fun coincidences. Only last year, I realised I was born on the 150th anniversary of the publication of Persuasion and Northanger Abbey. Another bit of Austen serendipity struck recently while researching for my next Charlotte … [Read more...] about Polluting the shades of Rosings
Random musings
Everything from early-morning thoughts to late-night questions, with a small break for afternoon tea and cake.
Team Mrs Bennet or Mr Bennet?
Mr Bennet was so odd a mixture of quick parts, sarcastic humour, reserve, and caprice that the experience of three and twenty years had been insufficient to make his wife understand his character. (Click here to view at the Probably at the … [Read more...] about Team Mrs Bennet or Mr Bennet?
Adventures with Austen’s cheesecakes
At Devizes we had comfortable rooms, & a good dinner to which we sat down about 5; amongst other things we had Asparagus & a Lobster which made me wish for you, & some cheesecakes on which the children made so delightful a supper as to … [Read more...] about Adventures with Austen’s cheesecakes
How many gowns?
Always assumed the loss of the Brownlow family fortune could be attributed to Great-Aunt Agatha's gin habit. Turns out it was a dressmaker's bill in Bath... … [Read more...] about How many gowns?
Thank you and compliments of the season
This time of year, I go offline for a few days to eat unhealthily, read books and wonder why my 2021 to-do list looks remarkably like the 2020 one. Just wanted to wish everyone the compliments of the season. Most of all, I hope you have a safe and … [Read more...] about Thank you and compliments of the season
Port & Proposals blog tour
My valet (I wish) has packed my bags, ordered the carriage, and filled the hip flask. Enjoy an excerpt or three, an interview with Mr Bennet, and other delights as I take a small blog tour with Port and Proposals. Thank you to these wonderful … [Read more...] about Port & Proposals blog tour