thebooktrail88's review against another edition
4.0
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This is one of those stories that I love. Cosy, but fraught with mystery that involves families, dark secrets and hidden pasts.
I find Cornwall quite mysterious anyway with its tales of folklore and more so it was a perfect story to be set here. There is a lot of warmth and depth to the novel with talk of boats and the fishing industry, and the importance of naming a boat. Integrating yourself in such a tight community cannot be easy and taking over a pub there even less so, so I enjoyed experiencing that part of the story as the characters grew and became real.
The book reads easily as the ebb and flow of the text matches the tide – I felt immersed in Cornwall and its misty air and enjoyed this heartwarming and mysterious tale. There’s something about outsiders in small communities that really draws me in. Will be sure to pick out some of the author’s past books based on this one!
This is one of those stories that I love. Cosy, but fraught with mystery that involves families, dark secrets and hidden pasts.
I find Cornwall quite mysterious anyway with its tales of folklore and more so it was a perfect story to be set here. There is a lot of warmth and depth to the novel with talk of boats and the fishing industry, and the importance of naming a boat. Integrating yourself in such a tight community cannot be easy and taking over a pub there even less so, so I enjoyed experiencing that part of the story as the characters grew and became real.
The book reads easily as the ebb and flow of the text matches the tide – I felt immersed in Cornwall and its misty air and enjoyed this heartwarming and mysterious tale. There’s something about outsiders in small communities that really draws me in. Will be sure to pick out some of the author’s past books based on this one!
snazzybooks's review
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Penhaligon's Attic is a well-crafted historical read which focuses on the inhabitants of a small village called Caernoweth, in Cornwall, during the early 20th century. It focuses on family and friendships, many of which are troubled or complicated, and explores how the past can affect so much of a person's future relationships.
There's romance and friendships developing within the pages of Penhaligon's Attic which managed to avoid straying into the overly cheesy category, and I liked the characters; they're convincing and detailed. Terri Nixon's descriptions of Cornwall really evoked a strong sense of time and place; I felt like I could have been there myself, living the hard life many of the characters experiences during that era.
The story itself is fairly slow and takes its time, moving along at a leisurely pace, but as long as you don't mind a break from fast paced thrillers or crime novels (as I do!) you're likely to enjoy this slower, character-driven offering.
I enjoy historical fiction when it flows well and is full of interesting characters, and this certainly lives up to that requirement!
*Many thanks to Terri Nixon for providing a copy of this novel on which I chose to write an honest and unbiased review.*
Penhaligon's Attic is a well-crafted historical read which focuses on the inhabitants of a small village called Caernoweth, in Cornwall, during the early 20th century. It focuses on family and friendships, many of which are troubled or complicated, and explores how the past can affect so much of a person's future relationships.
There's romance and friendships developing within the pages of Penhaligon's Attic which managed to avoid straying into the overly cheesy category, and I liked the characters; they're convincing and detailed. Terri Nixon's descriptions of Cornwall really evoked a strong sense of time and place; I felt like I could have been there myself, living the hard life many of the characters experiences during that era.
The story itself is fairly slow and takes its time, moving along at a leisurely pace, but as long as you don't mind a break from fast paced thrillers or crime novels (as I do!) you're likely to enjoy this slower, character-driven offering.
I enjoy historical fiction when it flows well and is full of interesting characters, and this certainly lives up to that requirement!
*Many thanks to Terri Nixon for providing a copy of this novel on which I chose to write an honest and unbiased review.*
booketybookstore's review against another edition
3.0
This book was kindly sent to me by the author. I found it easy to read and competently written. The plot is packed with turns and surprises and sympathetic characters. It reminded me of Poldark without copying it, the vernacular and setting being the same. Whilst it isn’t my normal choice i enjoyed an easy read with a compelling story. I think romance lovers might really enjoy this series!
debrasbookcafe's review against another edition
5.0
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