Well, this is sort of a segue…
The last book I read was Susanna Clark’s The Ladies of Grace Adieu and Other Stories, and in that book there is a story about Mary, Queen of Scots (Antickes and Frets).
This brought to mind a book which my sister gave to me to read, back when I was reading the other books about 15th century England. So on August 3rd, I started reading Alison Weir’s Mary, Queen of Scots and the Murder of Lord Darnley.
This, of course, is not a fantasy; it is not even fiction. But Alison Weir’s historical books are every bit as interesting as reading a novel. This is a large book, however, and somewhat complicated. So it may take me a while to read. Meanwhile, I guess I’m back in England again!
Update: I finished this book on 8/24/15 and yes, I really enjoyed it. Ms. Weir is a wonderful writer and her histories are a pleasure to read! I learned something in the process too, of course. Who would’ve ever guessed how much I like history these days; I hated it in school!
So… what to read next. Will I stay in England? We shall see.
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