Monthly Archives: June 2011

New Reviews up on Fantasy Literature

Posted on June 13, 2011 by Marion

Some recent reviews have gone up on Fantasy Literature.  Here they are: Great Work of Time, by John Crowley Summer Knight, a Harry Dresden novel by Jim Butcher Blood Rites, a Harry Dresden novel by Jim Butcher My comments on … Continue reading →

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English Spoken Here

Posted on June 13, 2011 by Marion

Our yard has been annexed by a quartet of scrub jays.  From their size and behavior, I assume they were nest-mates.  They are all about the same size, aggressive and constantly hungry, but will eat side-by-side with no squabbles.  They … Continue reading →

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Among Thieves

Posted on June 12, 2011 by Marion

Among Thieves, Douglas Hulick Roc Press, 2011 Imagine yourself next to the pool, at the beach, or on your deck. Envision a frosted, long-necked, dark amber bottle close to one hand, a bowl of tortilla chips and your favorite salsa … Continue reading →

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SAVOR Saturday at the Farmers Market

Posted on June 11, 2011 by Marion

“Treat these knives,” Dr Wendy said, pointing out her professional-chef-quality set to her prep cooks and helpers, “like they’re members of my family.” The annual Health and Harmony Fair was right across the street at the fairgrounds, bringing to the … Continue reading →

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Copperfield’s Turns 30

Posted on June 6, 2011 by Marion

The local independent booksellers, Copperfield’s, turned 30 last weekend.  On Saturday all of their stores had 30% off all day, and at noon they had cake.  Copperfield’s is not my favorite independent bookseller—that would be the Four-Eyed Frog, followed closely … Continue reading →

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Chasing Beauty: She, by H Rider Haggard, Part II

Posted on June 1, 2011 by Marion

Whiter Shade of Pale Haggard’s book is full of both careless bigotry and acerbic comments about women and beauty. This might have been the tradition of the time, but some seems almost sly, as if Haggard is commenting on his … Continue reading →

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Chasing Beauty: She, by H Rider Haggard, Part I

Posted on June 1, 2011 by Marion

This is very long post and the first part of two.  I have sent a much shorter version of this essay to Fantasyliterature.com so you could check there in a few days if you don’t have the patience or the … Continue reading →

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