Thursday, 9 June 2011

Eva Ibbotson: The morning gift

Ruth lives happily in the magnificent city of Vienna, Then the nazis invade and her world is turned upside down.

Her parents flee to London but Ruth is accidentally left behind. A family friend offers her an escape route: a marriage of convenience to be dissolved as soon as they reach England. But Ruth's feelings for Quin soon take her by surprise, and her efforts to set him free do not quite go as she plans...


This book is very touching and is beautifully written. The author captures the characters feelings is amazing and very vivid. I would give this book a **** star rating as it is not what i usually read but i enjoyed it anyway.
You should read it!

1 comment:

  1. I think your blog is beautifully written aswell Tara! I love your description and your use of language!I also like the background as it suits the cover of the book!
    EBI: You can add a link of some sort and describe which bits were your favourite and which wern't.
    x

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