Loft Island


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A story of tragedy, resilience, friendship and emotions. Loft Island is set in the 1950’s, that near-forgotten time between the war and the swinging ‘60s. Rescued from a flood, Mary comes to live with the father and his 13 year old son who saved her. The land they farmed is now an island. In getting help with the practical side of life the family faces a variety of attitudes from authorities and friends. The existing friendship between the children develops slowly, innocently, with neither girl nor boy realising. Gradually their life becomes more stable, only to be ripped apart again.







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The Artful Nuance


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?The difference between the almost right word and the right word is really a large matter.? (Mark Twain) What?s the difference between: Nectar and ambrosia? Bough and branch? Astonished and surprised? Sensual and sensuous? Beside and besides? Many people use these words interchangeably but there are actually subtle and interesting differences in meaning and usage. Now from the author of Every Good Boy Deserves Fudge comes a fun and fascinating word reference book for word lovers, students, and trivia collectors alike. Readers will relish learning about these distinctions in this entertaining homage to a gift we use every day?words.