Ken Smith
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Janice Frost:
Hi Janice, I've really enjoyed reading about Merry and Neal BUT, having spent most of my working life in Lincolnshire I find that all the indications are that the stories are based on Lincoln why call it Stromford in Stromfordshire? This spoils the story line for me, both Helen Durrant and Joy Ellis base their stories on areas I can relate to and that makes their stories more realistic to me. Cheers, Ken Smith
Janice Frost
Hi Ken, Great to hear you are enjoying the Neal and Merry books. I do live near Lincoln and it's probably true to say that the setting for my books takes its inspiration from Lincoln and the surrounding countryside. I decided against using a real city/county so that I could be free to invent or change details to suit my stories. Some people tell me that they enjoy working out where the locations are, but I do appreciate that for others, a realistic setting is preferable. Maybe I'll use a real city for a different series. Many thanks for your comments. I enjoy reading feedback from readers. Best wishes, Janice Frost
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Janice
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Janice Frost:
Hi Janice. Not a question...? I recognised similarities between Stromford & Lincoln. I noticed a previous message you sent. I live on the RAF base & have been to the pub you referenced many a time- fab meals. Loved your 1st book in this series, just about to start the 2nd one. Stay safe Janice
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