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One of the many fascinating aspects of researching THE WIFE’S TALE was delving into English legal history. Nowhere–except perhaps in the courts themselves–does that history seem more alive than among the Inns of Court.
Technically, the term “Inns of Court” refers to the professional associations of barristers in England and Wales. To practise as a barrister, one must belong to … Read more »
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The lovely people at Penguin Australia have donated 10 copies of THE WIFE’S TALE to give away on Goodreads. On this occasion, due to exorbitant postage costs, it will be for Australian readers only. Good luck, everyone!
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I love historical mysteries and dual timeline novels but I have never found it as easy to find them as it might be to locate, say, different kinds of genre fiction. So I thought I’d help others find the books that I love that are like THE WIFE’S TALE.
I’ve made a list of them on Goodreads, so please read … Read more »
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This treasure trove requires several visits–several hundred visits, perhaps–to study its immense collection of artefacts.
Sir John Soane was one of the few self-made gentlemen in England during the Georgian and Regency periods. He began as a bricklayer in his father’s business but his talent for architectural drawing caught the eye of someone in the position to foster his career. … Read more »
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I’m sitting in a cafe within walking distance of my house, wrestling with editorial revisions on THE WIFE’S TALE.
It’s a matter of cutting, building, filling, shaping, filing back, and eventually, polishing. Usually, I don’t have to cut much during revisions but this manuscript ran a little wild.
I’m at a coffee shop called Gas Espresso, which is appropriate. As … Read more »
