Reckless choices

by Emma Batten

Unknown Binding

About the author

I am a truly local author. Living in and writing about Romney Marsh means I can fully engage in the history of the area and connect with my readers. I learn about an event or custom – the great storm which changed the coastline, the body of a monk being secretly carried across the marsh, magical qualities associated with hagstones – and use these to create a whole novel. Fictional characters are put in recognisable settings as we follow the story of their lives. The eras range from the 7th to the 20th century, giving me an opportunity to explore so much of our history through writing. That local feel to my books now extends to them having distinctive covers with original artwork by artists from Greatstone and New Romney, making the books even more special for me.

Reviews

[Carys · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great book from Emma, and as a prequel it puts the next book in context. Looking forward to re reading the whole series through now.
I also enjoy reading about an area that I know, and it is well worth going to visit these locations, particularly the desert place of Dungeness.
And in my opinion a really good book is one that you enjoy reading more than once, and look forward to reading again.