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Last Bus to Woodstock, by Colin Dexter: A Review

Posted on October 25, 2015 by Bill Bibliomane

Last Bus to Woodstock is the first of Dexter’s thirteen Morse mysteries. It introduces Thames Valley’s Chief Inspector Morse and his long-suffering Sergeant, Lewis (he is only christened years later). If readers are approaching the novel having seen the 1980s-90s ITV production, … Continue reading →

Posted in Authors-Dexter Colin, Book Reviews | Tagged 1970s, 20th Century, 3.5 Stars, British Writers, Mystery & Detective Fiction | 1 Comment

Where the Blue Begins, by Christopher Morley: A Short Review

Posted on October 25, 2015 by Bill Bibliomane

Christopher Morley’s 1923 tale recounts the adventures of Mr Gissing, a bachelor without many cares in the world. Gissing has not examined his life too closely, and is not over-concerned with much. When he becomes guardian of three puppies, his … Continue reading →

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