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 | With Child |
 | "A real page-turner" | 2005-11-12 |
Each of Laurie King's mysteries is notably different from the last; there is more variation in characters and style in her books than that of some other mystery writers, such as Martha Grimes. Yet King continues to amaze me with the range and quality of her work. Not only could I not put this book down, I feel it is every bit as good as "A Grave Talent." I was intrigued with the character Jules Cameron from that story and looked forward to reading another mystery involving her. "With Child" is largely about Jules. King's characters practically jump off the page--they are that vivid. Not only is this good entertainment, it is fine writing.
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 | At Home with the Braithwaites - The Complete First Series |
| "Really fun!" | 2005-04-20 |
This is a good example of how fine writing and well-done production can turn a rather simple idea into a really good TV show. Everything about this has been done well. Part drama, part comedy, you share the characters fears and instincts and want to know what happens next. I put it on last night, intending to watch just the first episode. I was engrossed in no time and couldn't turn it off; after three hours I forced myself to turn it off and go to bed. Cheers for Yorkshire Television. Needless to say, highly recommended.
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 | Wish Me Luck (Series 1) |
| "Undercover in occupied France" | 2005-02-04 |
I have this series on VHS and, after having watched it at least three times, still really enjoy it. I find it well-written, well-acted, well-paced, and an interesting take on the usual male spy story. As a woman, I admittedly enjoy stories about women who succeed at difficult tasks. The two women who star in this series face an extremely difficult task--to pass as Frenchwomen in occupied France, despite having spent the majority of their lives in England, while passing secrets under the noses of the ever-watchful Germans. Unlike another reviewer, I won't try to say whether members of the other sex will like it or not. I don't see it as a chick flick at all--simply as a story about spies in WWII which features the women who were spies, as well as the men. Jill Hyem is a fine writer and this is fine WWII drama. If you're looking for lots of battle scenes, however, this isn't it. This is about people, not weapons, and life among the enemy. I recommend it.
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 | Wish Me Luck - Series 1, 6 Volume Gift Boxed Set |
| "Undercover in occupied France" | 2005-02-03 |
I have this series on VHS and, after having watched it at least three times, still really enjoy it. I find it well-written, well-acted, well-paced, and an interesting take on the usual male spy story. As a woman, I admittedly enjoy stories about women who succeed at difficult tasks. The two women who star in this series face an extremely difficult task--to pass as Frenchwomen in occupied France, despite having spent the majority of their lives in England, while passing secrets under the noses of the ever-watchful Germans. Unlike another reviewer, I won't try to say whether members of the other sex will like it or not. I don't see it as a chick flick at all--simply as a story about spies in WWII which features the women who were spies, as well as the men. Jill Hyem is a fine writer and this is fine WWII drama. If you're looking for lots of battle scenes, however, this isn't it. This is about people, not weapons, and life among the enemy. I recommend it.
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| Wish Me Luck (Series 1) |
| "Wonderful series" | 2002-04-29 |
A well-written, well-produced series about two ordinary Englishwomen who join the Resistance in occupied France. It never drags; you can't wait to see what happens next. I loved it. I also loved the brilliant score, written by Denis King, who did the music for "We'll Meet Again." It's difficult to imagine someone not liking this series.
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