Had a horrendous few weeks, ‘lost’ my mum to a dementia diagnosis (early onset, she’s having a very rough time and declining very quickly) and then I’ve also just lost my granny, who was very like a second mum to me in lots of ways . She died very suddenly , funeral was yesterday .
(If any family use mumsnet that’s me outed, hello!)
I’ve been given book tokens from a very special friend and told to buy something I’d enjoy, but not sure where to start . I’ve done an English degree, I love reading but my head’s a bit of a mess just now . Would love something comforting and gentle .
Favourites are Jane Eyre and Rebecca . Also love Sylvia Plath, did my dissertation on her, but she’s a bit too depressing just now .
Usually go back to some of Cecelia Ahern’s earlier books and same with Lisa Jewell - not so keen on their later books . Ditto with Sophie Kinsella, liked the early shopaholic books . Also Sue Townsend . Anything with a bit of escapism/warmth and that can make me laugh .
Not into crime fiction or anything too bleak at the moment .
if anyone has any recommendations I’d hugely appreciate it!