review by Babs Simpson on show 16th June
I suppose Erica James's novels would be described disparagingly as Chick-Lit but I have to say that any book that is well written, has a good story and interesting characters doesn't deserve to be denigrated and Erica James' work has given me a great deal of pleasure over the years.
HiddenTalents is about a writer's group set up in a small Cheshire village and the various characters it attracts. Dulcie, who has the idea in the first place, is 63 and has been leading a double life for many years, then there is Beth whose only son is just about to leave home for University, Jack whose wife has just left him for his best friend, Jaz, 17, who comes from a large family with no understanding of her longing for intellectual stimulation, and finally, Victor and opinionated know-it-all who claims to be writing the blockbuster novel every publisher will be clamouring for.
Their lives become intertwined and the resulting story is very entertaining and satisfying. If you want a really good read, give Erica James a try. I'm very glad I did.
review by Babs
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