Would love to hear from you! This is part of the opening chapter of Code Name Helene. It is 20 February 1944, Benson Military Airfield and Helene is being flown, along with Hubert, her partner on this 6 month mission, to France in a Liberator bomber to be dropped over the French forests. Support the show
Jan 20
15 min
Would love to hear from you! One Snowy Night is a delightful tale for the children about Percy the very kind park keeper. It will keep you warm, even on a winter's night! Support the show
Jan 11
5 min
Would love to hear from you! Code Name Helene is a fascinating historical novel based on the life of Nancy Wake during the second World War. Nancy became involved in the French Resistance movement, was then trained in espionage in London and finally airdropped back into France taking on another identity. Wht a story! Support the show
Nov 3, 2025
3 min
Would love to hear from you! A delightful story called Owl Babies for young chidren (3/5 years of age). For all young children and those who may be learning English as a second language. Support the show
Nov 1, 2025
5 min
Would love to hear from you! The Russian Doll by Merina Palmer and Chapter 1 of this part political intrigue thriller, part romance. Makes for an entertaining and fast-paced book set in present day London. Support the show
Aug 17, 2023
8 min
Would love to hear from you! Wrong Place, Wrong Time is an ingeniously plotted psychological thriller told in reverse! One of those books which is a real page turner with twists and turns along the way. Addictive, riveting, brilliant! Support the show
Jun 29, 2023
4 min
Would love to hear from you! The Invisible Bridge by Jule Orringer is an engrossing, emotional story set in 1937 from a remote Hungarian village to the grand opera houses of Budapest and Paris. It spans many years and is ultimately a vividly written book which will have an profound impact on you. Superb! Support the show
May 17, 2023
3 min
Would love to hear from you! This is part of Chapter 1 of Damascus Station.....it's setting the theme for the intrigue and espionage to follow. Support the show
Apr 12, 2023
13 min
Would love to hear from you! Damascus Station is a gripping, realistic portrayal of espionage, love, loyalty and betrayal. You won't be able to put it down! Support the show
Mar 22, 2023
4 min
Would love to hear from you! A further excerpt from the initial story of The Lovers in Before the Coffee Gets Cold. Now we learn that there are certain intriguing rules before anyone can travel back in time. More to follow..... Support the show
Mar 3, 2023
13 min
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