Jane meets Duncan soon after she moves to Boyne City, Michigan, and quickly falls for his charm. But, as she soon learns, she is not the first person to do this and she finds herself surrounded by Duncan’s former girlfriends and ex-wife, Aggie, who is still a big part of his life. Jane has toContinue reading “Book Review: Early Morning Riser, by Katherine Heiny”
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Visiting the Isles of Iona and Staffa
I had heard of the Isle of Iona and its powers of rejuvenation before I went to Scotland. It’s a deeply spiritual and sacred place and there is a strong sense of peace when you arrive. It’s very quiet: even with the visitors arriving, the sounds of them seem to be swallowed up by theContinue reading “Visiting the Isles of Iona and Staffa”
Autumn Walks on the Beach
ICYMI: summer is coming to end. Pumpkin spice is in the air, jumpers and scarfs are being rescued from the backs of wardrobes and under beds. Soon, we will be saying to each other “hey isn’t it getting dark so much earlier now… when do the clocks change again?” So, this may seem like aContinue reading “Autumn Walks on the Beach”
Book Review: Piranesi, by Susanna Clarke
Piranesi is a story to get lost in. It is a perfect book for this time of year: you can pick up on a drizzly Sunday morning, snuggled on the sofa with a cup of tea, and not put it down until tea time. It’s novel to be transported away by. Piranesi lives in anotherContinue reading “Book Review: Piranesi, by Susanna Clarke”
What I learnt on my last solo trip
As I’ve said in previous blog posts, I’m a big fan of going solo when travelling. Two weeks ago I went on my first solo-trip in over two years: I was up in Scotland visiting the Isles of Mull, Skye and Iona. I loved it but now I’ve had a bit of time at homeContinue reading “What I learnt on my last solo trip”
Scotland Road Trip: Glasgow to Oban
Glasgow, Scotland’s largest city (and I would say it’s most vibrant), has so much to offer including fantastic restaurants, bars and coffee shops, museums such as the Kelvingrove, the botanical gardens, as well as countless beautiful walking trails. But, if you fancy a day trip away from the city, I recommend this road trip itineraryContinue reading “Scotland Road Trip: Glasgow to Oban”
Book Review: The Appeal, by Janice Hallett
I don’t want to write too much about this book because I think the less you know going in, the better you will find it! Femi: Got it? Charlotte: Literally just got it. Flicking through. There’s a lot here. Gulp. Femi: We just need to focus, immerse ourselves, get a clear perspective Charlotte: But haveContinue reading “Book Review: The Appeal, by Janice Hallett”
Book Review: The Stranding, by Kate Sawyer
‘Is it real, do you think? Is it the end of the world?’ ‘I don’t know.’ Ruth pushes herself to sit, looking out at the ocean before her. At the edge of the sea there is a pink light. ‘Look.’ Nik sits too and looks where her finger directs. The horizon appears to be glowing;Continue reading “Book Review: The Stranding, by Kate Sawyer”
A day in Tobermory, Isle of Mull
Visit Duart Castle and learn about Lady’s Rock After your bowl of porridge or smoked salmon and scrambled eggs, start the day off with a trip to a castle – how very Scottish. Duart Castle, the seat of Clan Maclean, is an imposing sight overlooking where the Sound of Mull meets Loch Linnhe. You canContinue reading “A day in Tobermory, Isle of Mull”
Six Summer Reads
Going away somewhere fabulous and far-flung? Or having a relaxing staycation? Below are six books that I think would be a perfect accompaniment to any kind of break. Malibu Rising, by Taylor Jenkins Reid Our family histories are simply stories. They are myths we create about the people who came before us, in order toContinue reading “Six Summer Reads”
Luggage & Scribble 