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What is real?
Sometimes, when she’s not writing historical novels or modeling Tudor costumes at book events, Anne Barnhill amuses herself by reading a good thriller. Reviewed by Anne Barnhill THE OTHER TYPIST. By Suzanne Rindell. G. P. Putnam and Sons. 354 pages. $25.95. In her debut novel, Suzanne Rindell dishes up a delicious psychological thriller, a cold…
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History and mystery, a royal novel
Anne Barnhill, a novelist of the Tudor era, takes a look at a new work from a prominent British historian who has successfully ventured into historical fiction in recent years. By Anne Barnhill A DANGEROUS INHERITANCE. By Alison Weir. Ballantine Books. 498 pages. $27. In her fourth historical novel, renowned historian Alison Weir brings together…
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A story, honest and real
Anne Barnhill is back as a reviewer for this blog after taking some time off for health problems. I’m happy to say that she’s doing much better. And I’m glad to have her back writing reviews – and to know that she’s working on her next novel. Anne is the author of the historical novel…
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Have mercy on us!
Anne Barnhill is an inspiration to me. She’s courageously battling some health problems, but manages to find time to read, review and write. Rather than complain or feel sorry for herself, she finds joy in life. She also takes whatever comes and mines it for material for new poems, books and insights. Anne is the…