Book Review

Reviewed by Geoff Montgomery.
“Silks”  by Dick and Felix Francis.
Our hero, a young barrister, hears with relief the judge passing an eight year sentence on his client, a horrible young man, obviously guilty on all charges. But, he gets himself released when witnesses and jurors recant their verdict on appeal. So he walks free, to carry [...]

Book Review by Geoff Montgomery

Animal, Vegetable, Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver

For those of you who love gardening, plants, and the rural life, this book will strike a chord. The author sees life from a very human point of view, with an almost sacred attitude to all living things. But it’s a practical attitude as well.

Book Review by Geoff Montgomery

“Mad, Bad and Dangerous to Know” – Ranulph Fiennes.
His father-in-law described him as “Mad, bad, and  dangerous”, and forbade him marrying his daughter. This did not deter him, or her.

Book Rappers Review

Each month members of the Book Rappers Club will review their choice of Book of the Month for readers of Smiffie.  This is the first in the series.