It’s dreich here, as we say in Scotland.
Grey. Rainy. Dull.
The woods are still beautiful, though.
I like the witches’ brooms in the trees. And the wintry light.
The path through the forest is still a favourite place, and while the squelching of my feet is not entirely unpleasing, and I do like using the word dreich, I will welcome the brighter days when they arrive.
A New Review of Mermaid
I was quite touched by this insightful review on The Book Keep blog recently:
Not only a tribute to Scotland and its history, Ailish Sinclair’s debut novel, The Mermaid and the Bear, further excites, warms, and grips us with a tale about the dichotomies of human nature.
First and foremost, this is achieved by an entrancing blend of evocative literary styles. With mention of witchcraft and the imagery of misty woodlands and a gray, imposing church steeple, Mermaid’s mood is reminiscent of a classic Gothic novel; and yet, here and there, soaked in the colors of bright holiday feasts, pristine snowy landscapes, and a pink stone castle, the air of a Medieval fairytale shimmers with a dreamlike quality.
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spooky-good those brooms
I think so too.
I miss spending a dreich day in Scotland. The things you miss most…
I would miss it too…
Great photos, Ailish. The review is insightful and positive, and your writing certainly deserves it.
Thank you so much for saying that, Tim.
My pleasure, Ailish.
What an excellent review, Ailish!
It was great to see.
I love those words:)
They are good words 🙂
Yes!
Congrats on such a wonderful review. And, those witch brooms are fascinating.
I am rather fond of the brooms.
Gorgeous photos!
Thank you!
I gotta be honest, though I am not such a big fan of the UK, it’s nature has always stunned me. Those photos especially struck me as perfectly capturing the essence of that almost mythical beauty and peace and enchantment.
I’m glad you liked the photos 🙂
These are such beautiful pictures. I am one to love seasons for what they are, and not so much what we think they ought to be.
That’s a good philosophy 🙂
What great photography. Good those brooms.
Hi Ailish,
Is it possible to buy a signed copy of your book ‘The mermaid and the bear’?
Many thanks for your fascinating posts.
Richard
Yes, I sell those on kofi: https://ko-fi.com/s/93eff7fa13
I’m so happy to have come across your book, and I hope that my review will bring you new readers to appreciate your beautiful storytelling! (Also, drelch is such a fun word, though I, too, look forward to sunnier, warmer days!)
Thank you for the review, Leah. It helps so much 🙂 Here’s hoping we get some brighter days soon!