Tag Archives: book reviews

Thoughts On Letters From A Patchwork Quilt

Posted on February 25, 2016 by Dianne Ascroft

A couple months ago I read Letters from a Patchwork Quilt by Clare Flynn and I’ve been turning the story over in my mind ever since. Here’s what the publisher, Cranbrook Press, says about the book: “In 1875 England, a … Continue reading →

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Read 4 Review Offer: A Short Story Collection

Posted on June 1, 2013 by Dianne Ascroft

There’s so many books to choose from these days. How do you decide which one you want to read next? I’m always drawn to attractive book covers and intriguing back cover write-ups. But, since we often spend more time online … Continue reading →

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Reviewing The Empty Family

Posted on September 24, 2010 by Dianne Ascroft

I recently signed up to review books for New Books magazine – I think it’s a great idea as I can indulge my passion for reading and books (I can even schedule time in my day just to read!) while telling myself … Continue reading →

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My Review of Memoirs From The Asylum by Kenneth Weene

Posted on July 3, 2010 by Dianne Ascroft

Memoirs From The Asylumby Kenneth Weene is a disturbing novel, set in an American state psychiatric institution. The story is told by three characters: a nameless narrator who is there voluntarily, Dr Ambrose, a new psychiatrist who is struggling with … Continue reading →

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Amazon Reviews Rev Up My Day

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

I got a marvellous surprise this morning when I looked at the UK Amazon listing for Hitler and Mars Bars. There were 2 new reviews added during May. I always find it exciting to know that people have read my … Continue reading →

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Metro Eireann reviews ‘Hitler and Mars Bars’

Posted on April 8, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

I just read Metro Eireann newspaper’s review of Hitler and Mars Bars and thought I’d pass on the highlights to you. Hitler and Mars Bars was praised for being “tightly written, and the characters very much believable” by Irish newspaper … Continue reading →

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Amazon Top Reviewer’s praise for Hitler and Mars Bars

Posted on March 31, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

This morning I was delighted to discover that Amazon Top 1000 Reviewer, Lesley West, has posted a review of Hitler and Mars Bars on Amazon.   In her review, Hitler and Mars Bars is described as “an engaging novel with … Continue reading →

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Amazon Top Reviewer’s Comments About ‘Hitler and Mars Bars’

Posted on March 11, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

This week Amazon Top 1000 reviewer, R. DelParto, in her Amazon review of my novel, Hitler and Mars Bars, said that the novel is “a fascinating story that may touch the heart”. She also said “the one thing that stood … Continue reading →

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It’s Week 4 of my Virtual Book Tour!

Posted on November 17, 2008 by Dianne Ascroft

It’s Week 4 of my Virtual Book Tour already! Time is really flying as I scoot from one visit to another. Last week I was kept busy answering questions for 3 interviews and this week I’ll get a chance to … Continue reading →

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