Timed impeccably to coincide with Mrs Palfrey’s arrival at the Claremont Hotel in the opening line of the book, I first picked up Mrs Palfrey at the Claremont by Elizabeth Taylor (no, not that one) “on a Sunday afternoon in January”. It’s a wonderful book and I’m hugely grateful to the friend who sent it my way knowing I’d enjoy it.
Thanks for these recommendations Claire. I've hovered around the buy button on Elizabeth Strout books several times but ultimately haven't bought as yet, I keep thinking the subjects might be a bit depressing and I'm definitely not in the mood for that right now! 🌻
I adored Mrs Palfrey and have gone on to read a couple more Elizabeth Taylor’s. Talking of books featuring elderly characters, I also enjoyed Elizabeth is Missing, and Saving Missy (which surprised me as you know I don’t do uplifting reads!). And Evaristo’s Mr Loverman 💕
What a stunning post, Claire! I absolutely LOVED reading this and am immediately seeking out a copy of Mrs P! I immediately thought of Richard Osman as I was reading and was delighted to see that he was here as well! I love the comic touch that he brings to the Thursday Murder Club series. All the books you have recommended over the years on Instagram have always resonated with me and I am now looking forward to discussing more here! Xx
Okay, you're making me think i need to read Olive K. again. I must have missed something the first time around ;). Maybe I'll watch the screen version, see if that softens my feelings.
I love the Richard Osman books....funnily, I've become very fond of older characters in books and TV/film....can't think why. lol. I will definitely put Mrs.Palfrey and your other recommendations on my list.
Such a lovely read Claire and insightful connections you make between the books. I was delighted to see Three Things About Elsie mentioned which became a quick favorite of mine mostly because it was the last book I bought in London in December 2019 right before the you know what. My first intro to both Mrs. Palfrey and Olive K. were via TV. I watched the screen versions at a time in my life when I could do little else than shuffle from my bed to the sofa, and I was so taken by both characters - they were the right company at the right time - that I haven't been able to read the books not wanting to alter them in my mind. Usually it's the reverse for me, I will only watch a film adaptation AFTER reading the book. I'd like to read Madame Badobedah, thanks for the rec.
Thanks for these recommendations Claire. I've hovered around the buy button on Elizabeth Strout books several times but ultimately haven't bought as yet, I keep thinking the subjects might be a bit depressing and I'm definitely not in the mood for that right now! 🌻
I adored Mrs Palfrey and have gone on to read a couple more Elizabeth Taylor’s. Talking of books featuring elderly characters, I also enjoyed Elizabeth is Missing, and Saving Missy (which surprised me as you know I don’t do uplifting reads!). And Evaristo’s Mr Loverman 💕
Wonderful thoughts, Claire, and I love your exploration of other titles. I really must read Olive Kitteridge one day ❤️
What a stunning post, Claire! I absolutely LOVED reading this and am immediately seeking out a copy of Mrs P! I immediately thought of Richard Osman as I was reading and was delighted to see that he was here as well! I love the comic touch that he brings to the Thursday Murder Club series. All the books you have recommended over the years on Instagram have always resonated with me and I am now looking forward to discussing more here! Xx
Okay, you're making me think i need to read Olive K. again. I must have missed something the first time around ;). Maybe I'll watch the screen version, see if that softens my feelings.
I love the Richard Osman books....funnily, I've become very fond of older characters in books and TV/film....can't think why. lol. I will definitely put Mrs.Palfrey and your other recommendations on my list.
Such a lovely read Claire and insightful connections you make between the books. I was delighted to see Three Things About Elsie mentioned which became a quick favorite of mine mostly because it was the last book I bought in London in December 2019 right before the you know what. My first intro to both Mrs. Palfrey and Olive K. were via TV. I watched the screen versions at a time in my life when I could do little else than shuffle from my bed to the sofa, and I was so taken by both characters - they were the right company at the right time - that I haven't been able to read the books not wanting to alter them in my mind. Usually it's the reverse for me, I will only watch a film adaptation AFTER reading the book. I'd like to read Madame Badobedah, thanks for the rec.