Bøger om South West England

Bardskull is the record of three journeys made by Martin Shaw, the celebrated storyteller and interpreter of myth, in the year before he turned fifty. It is unlike anything he has written before. This is not a book about myth or narrative: rather, it is a sequence of incantations, a series of battles. Each of the three journeys sees Shaw walk alone into a Dartmoor forest and wait. What arrive are stories - fragments of myth that he has carried within him for decades: the deep history of Dartmoor itself; the lives of distant family members; Arthurian legend; and tales from India, Persia, Lapland, the Caucasus and Siberia. But these stories and their tellers don't arrive as the bearers of solace or easy wisdom. As with all quests, Shaw is entering a domain of traps and tests. Bardskull can be read as a fable, as memoir, as auto-fiction or as an attempt to undomesticate myth. It is a magnificent, unclassifiable work of the imagination.

Charmerende hit-serie om folk og fæ i den lille engelske by Cockleberry Bay, Devon.Tiden er ved at være inde til, at Rosa lader en anden overtage sin lille butik på hjørnet i Cockleberry Bay. Hun bestyrer en café, som går strygende, og hun er klar til at stifte familie. Men Rosas velgører stillede i sin tid en vigtig betingelse, da hun overtog butikken: Den må under ingen omstændigheder sælges, men kun gives videre til en, der virkelig fortjener den. Rosa aner ikke sine levende råd. Hvordan skal hun tage sådan en stor beslutning? Snart begynder fremmede med tvivlsomme motiver at dukke op i byen, og da gamle familiehemmeligheder ser dagens lys, sætter det skub i en række begivenheder, der vil ændre Rosas liv for altid. NICOLA MAY er forfatter til tolv romaner inden for romantic comedy-genren og er blevet kaldt Englands 'usynlige bestsellerforfatter'. Huset på hjørnet i Cockleberry Bay har solgt over 250.000 eksemplarer i England og var Amazon UK's tredjemest solgte skønlitterære bog i 2019.

I en lille landsby kan alting skeCherry, Maggie og Rose er mor, datter og barnebarn. De har altid været et tæt trekløver, så da Cherry i et øjebliks begejstring køber en smuk, nedslidt pub i den lille landsby, hun voksede op i, bliver det hurtigt et fælles projekt. Alle tre tager de springet og flytter til den lille by Rushbrook i Somerset for at overtage den gamle pub Svanen og føre stedet tilbage til sit charmerende og autentiske selv.Cherry leder arbejdet, Maggie har ansvaret for køkkenet, og Rose passer den idylliske have, der grænser ned til floden. Også de lokale nyder, at landsbyens skønne, gamle, bankende samlingspunkt endelig er tilbage.Én efter én kigger byens indbyggere forbi – og det fører overraskelser med sig …Impulskøbet af bestsellerforfatter Veronica Henry er en skøn og charmerende fortælling om at følge sine drømme.Pressen skriver: ”Livsbekræftende roman fyldt med stærke kvinder. (…) hyggeligt, underholdende og hjertevarmt hele vejen igennem”– Lektørudtalelse“Fuld af glæde”– Lucy Diamond“Vidunderlig”– Milly Johnson

There's so much to know. It will never end, I suspect, even when it does. So much in all these lives, so many stories, even in this small place.Villages are full of tales: some are forgotten while others become a part of local folklore. But the fortunes of one West Country village are watched over and irreversibly etched into its history as an omniscient, somewhat crabby, presence keeps track of village life.In the late sixties a Californian musician blows through Underhill where he writes a set of haunting folk songs that will earn him a group of obsessive fans and a cult following. Two decades later, a couple of teenagers disturb a body on the local golf course. In 2019, a pair of lodgers discover a one-eyed rag doll hidden in the walls of their crumbling and neglected home. Connections are forged and broken across generations, but only the landscape itself can link them together. A landscape threatened by property development and superfast train corridors and speckled by the pylons whose feet have been buried across the moor.Tom Cox's masterful debut novel synthesises his passion for music, nature and folklore into a psychedelic and enthralling exploration of village life and the countryside that sustains it.

Nogle gange sker der langt mere i en lille landsby end i storbyenDen idylliske landsby Little Maudley er det perfekte sted at søge hen for den udbrændte historielærer Lucy. Her finder hun et lille hus og får endda nedsættelse i huslejen, hvis bare hun vil holde lidt ekstra øje med den halvsure nogle-og-90-årige nabo, Bunty.Lucy har to mål med opholdet: at slappe af og fordybe sig i historien om det nærliggende Bletchley Park, der spillede en central rolle i modstandskampen under 2. Verdenskrig. Men lokalbefolkningen i Little Maudley har andre planer, og før Lucy ved af det, er hun dybt engageret i at forvandle bytorvets gamle telefonboks til et lille bibliotek.Imens spirer venskabet til den lokale snedker, Sam, og også den charmerende landsby med alle de hyggelige beboere gør indtryk på hende. Samtidig viser det sig, at Bunty har en helt særlig forbindelse til Bletchley Park og den gamle telefonboks. Noget, hun har holdt hemmeligt i årtier, og som nu endelig kommer op til overfladen … Pressen skriver: »Skøn feel good-roman fyldt med landsbyhygge, tætte venskaber og dramatiske historier« – Lektørudtalelse

Will you brave The Retreat this summer? The new bestselling thriller from the author of The Sanatorium.They couldn't wait to stay here.An idyllic wellness retreat has opened on an island off the coast of Devon, promising rest and relaxation - but the island itself, known locally as Reaper's Rock, has a dark past. Once the playground of a serial killer, it's rumored to be cursed.But now they can't leave.A woman is found dead below the yoga pavilion in what seems to be a tragic fall. But DS Elin Warner soon learns that the victim wasn't a guest - she wasn't meant to be on the island at all.And they would do anything to escape . . .The longer Elin stays, the more secrets she uncovers. And when someone else drowns in a diving incident, Elin begins to suspect that the old stories about the island are true.Because history seems to be repeating itself - and the guests might not make it home alive . . .---------Readers enjoyed their stay at The Retreat :'If The Sanatorium was all about the atmosphere, The Retreat is all about the tension.' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Fast paced, tense, suspenseful and unpredictable, I loved it!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Wow what a book!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'We all fancy a spa break don't we? Well don't include me after reading this book. It had me hooked from start to finish.' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Atmospheric and blisteringly exciting.' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐---------'Pearse goes from strength to strength in The Retreat. The suspense inexorably builds to a stunning climax. An added treat is the return of Elin Warner, who is a fascinating character one can only root for.' David Baldacci, No.1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Mercy'A world-class thriller writer. Superb. Pre-order it now. ' Steve Cavanagh, Sunday Times bestselling author of Thirteen'The Retreat recalls the one-by-one nerve-shredding of Agatha Christie at her darkest. A fresh, daring, irresistible thriller.' A. J. Finn, No.1 Sunday Times bestselling author of The Woman in the Window'A eerie, atmospheric thriller that will have you looking over your shoulder as you read. A wonderfully chilling story of grief, revenge, and family secrets. An absorbing escape!' Ashley Audrain, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Push'Full of foreboding and high-stakes tension, Sarah Pearse's latest is a page-turner. The past doesn't stay buried for long, at sea or on land, and what comes to the surface is both shocking and chilling.' Nita Prose, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Maid'The Retreat was so atmospheric and hold-your-breath tense with cleverly executed twists and a finale that gave me the chills. Brilliant!' Claire Douglas, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Couple at No.9

Charmerende hit-serie om folk og fæ i den lille engelske by Cockleberry Bay, Devon. Samme dag som Rosa Larkin mister sit job i London, får hun at vide, at en ukendt velgører har testamenteret hende en hjørnebutik i en lille landsby i Devon i det sydvestlige hjørne af England. Der følger en vigtig betingelse med den mystiske arv: Butikken må ikke sælges, kun videregives til en, der virkelig fortjener den. Rosa beslutter sig for at give det et skud og forlader London med sin gravhund Hot for at se, om hun kan få den lille butik op at køre. Men kan hun klare det hele alene? NICOLA MAY er forfatter til tolv romaner inden for den romantic comedy-genren og er blevet kaldt Englands 'usynlige bestsellerforfatter'. Huset på hjørnet i Cockleberry Bay har solgt over 250.000 eksemplarer i England og var Amazon UK's tredjemest solgte skønlitterære bog i 2019. Romanen er den første bog i den lille Cockleberry Bay-serie, og den første af Nicola Mays romaner, der udkommer på dansk.

Rundt i Storbritannien tager udgangspunkt i de kvartalsmagasner, som forfatteren Mia Folkmann skrev og udgav i otte år. Bogen er - ligesom magasinerne - fyldt med dejlige fotos og en skøn blanding af fortællinger om naturområder, haver, byer, historie og personligheder.Bogen indeholder beskrivelser af kendte og mindre kendte steder og giver masser af inspiration til rejser i et land, der står så mange nær. Forfatteren har selv boet i Midtengland og rejst Storbritannien rundt i over 35 år.

Tredje bind i den anmelderroste Hell Bay-serie om den karismatiske efterforsker Ben Kitto.Mens solen går ned en kold novemberaften, forbereder det lille samfund på øen St. Agnes sig til Bonfire Night, hvor vicepolitichef Ben Kitto er til stede. Men festlighederne får en brat afslutning, da en øboer opdager et forkullet lig efterladt på bålet. Manden er den tv-kendte astronom Alex Rogan, der på grund af øens isolerethed ønsker at bygge et observatorium. Så vidt Kitto ved, er Rogan populær blandt øboerne, men da trusler skrevet på det gamle korniske sprog dukker op, får Kitto mistanke om, at morderens motiv er at befri øen for de nytilkomne, der truer ældgamle traditioner.Med en befolkning på kun 80 mennesker er alle mistænkte, og ingen er i sikkerhed. Kitto har intet andet valg end at forbyde indbyggerne at forlade øen, og han får standset skibstrafikken. Da endnu et bål resulterer i en ny forsvinden bliver det klart, at Kitto må handle hurtigt og finde morderen, inden skibstrafikken åbner op igen.

Meet Scrabble, the fun-loving Jack Russell terrier with a cute brown patch over one eye. Scrabble's always happy playing with her animal friends on the farm in Somerset. One day, Scrabble plans a picnic by the stream with her friends, Tiddlypush the little lamb, Dora the goat, Penelope the duck, Benjamin the horse and Kitty the cat. But when they get there, they meet someone new! Who is this surprise neighbour and will they be nice or scary? Join the adventures of spirited Scrabble and find out! Based on author Miss George's own childhood on an English farm, this charming story of animal friendship will appeal to all those who love animals and the countryside. Get ready for delightful farmyard tales as Scrabble and her friends set off on their next adventure.

During World War Two, a young girl was seen around the Stoke Bishop area of Bristol riding her bike or a pony; climbing trees; building dens, playing with the 'gang' in Blaise Castle Woods, and a lot more besides! This seemingly carefree life had its darker side as the storm clouds of war thickened and broke overhead. Riding Through the Storm recalls the author's life before, during and after the war. It is tinged with humour and remarkable occurrences and mirrors that time with insights into how people lived during those dark days. Nearly eighty years after the storm subsided, the full significance of what the author had lived alongside came to light and propelled this drama almost into the realms of make-believe!

Paul, der jüngste Sohn der bekannten Bremer Schiffbauer-Familie Hartmann, ist System-Ingenieur im Raumfahrtbereich von Air & Space.Er findet die neue Nachbarin Lisa Kronberg sehr attraktiv. Durch eine unglückliche Verkettung von Umständen wird die sich anbahnende Romanze allerdings einer schweren Prüfung unterzogen. Hinzu kommt, dass seine resolute Mutter eigene Pläne für den Sohn hat und zusammen mit der Frau des Ex-Bürgermeisters für weiteren Wirbel sorgt.Gleichzeitig durchläuft sein Raumfahrt-Projekt gerade eine kritische Phase. Im Umfeld deutsch-französischer Spannungen ist sein ganzes Geschick und voller Einsatz gefordert.Gelingt es Paul die beruflichen Herausforderungen zu meistern und gleichzeitig sein privates Glück zu finden?

A love letter to Cornwall. Sophie and the Night Thief is a warmly illustrated rhyming story for children aged 8-12. Join Sophie, as she solves the mystery of Mullion Bay, helps lift an ancient pirate curse and free the ghost of a trapped child

Sandy, a young Cairn terrier, moves from Scotland with his owner, Angus, to start a new life in South Devon. While temporarily lodging on a farm, a serious accident results in his adoption by the Rossiter family. A few years later, Sandy gets into more trouble, putting his life in danger and accounting for one of the worst moments in the author's life.

Fjerde bind i den anmelderroste bestsellerserie Hell Bay om drabsefterforskning på de smukke Scillyøer.Sommersolen brænder på den lille ø St. Mary’s, hvor efterforsker Ben Kitto og hans venner forbereder sig til det årlige svømmestævne. Under en morgentræning får de øje på en kvinde i en brudekjole, der hænger fra klippen Pulpit Rock. Hvad der ved første øjekast ligner et selvmord, viser sig at være et rituelt mord …Morderen må være en del af det lille lokalsamfund, og Kitto orkestrerer lynhurtigt en nedlukning af øen for at forhindre en mulig flugt. Men da endnu en kvinde bliver offer for den bestialske gerningsmand, breder panikken sig på øen, og Kitto må samle alle potentielle ofre på det lokale hotel for at undgå flere dødsfald.Ofrene er alle kvindelige turister, der lever frie og selvstændige liv. Hvad forsøger morderen at fortælle øens indbyggere med sine makabre iscenesættelser? Og vil Ben Kitto finde svaret, inden det er for sent?

Discover the story of a determined mother who fought hard to keep her family together during wartime and its aftermath, with hardly any support from others. The battle didn't end with the war; it extended into my own life. Growing up in poverty, I faced my own set of challenges that made every step towards success feel like a steep climb. However, these trials pushed me to strive harder and sparked a desire to help others. This tale follows our family's journey through hard times, my own fight to achieve my goals, and how these experiences ignited a passion for giving back.

Colin Mackenzie, einst jüngster und brillantester Detective Inspector der Kriminalpolizei Edinburgh, findet sich nach einem tragischen Schicksalsschlag am tiefsten Punkt seines Lebens wieder. Als einfacher Streifenpolizist in Falmouth, Cornwall, muss er wieder ganz unten beginnen. Dann wird eine Frauenleiche an die raue Küste gespült. Ihr Körper weist ein meisterhaft gestochenes Vogel-Tattoo auf der Brust auf. Was zunächst wie ein tragischer Unfall erscheint, entpuppt sich rasch als der düstere Auftakt zu einer Serie von grausamen Morden. Die Wurzeln dieses Albtraums reichen tief in längst vergangenen Zeiten zurück, und drohen, Colin in einen Abgrund aus Ohnmacht und tödlicher Gefahr zu ziehen ...

In the Cornish coastal village of Porthenev, a storm of blood-soaked violence is brewing...Escalating acts of sabotage are threatening the livelihoods of local fishermen. Desperate to apprehend the culprit, they turn to private investigator Blake Hollow for help.A seasoned veteran in wrangling dangerous criminals, Blake still grapples with her own ghosts, but views this case as just another routine assignment. Little does she know, the fishermen of Porthenev are harbouring secrets darker than the ocean. And the deadliest of them all is about to resurface.When one of the men vanishes without a trace, Blake is unnerved by the nightmarish crime scene left behind in his wake. As she delves deeper into the heart of this once tight-knit community, she discovers the price of keeping silent is paid not just in blood but in a chilling conspiracy that threatens to consume everyone involved. Now Blake must navigate treacherous waters to solve a mystery unlike any she's encountered before-and stop a sadistic killer with a taste for flesh, who is hellbent on exacting gruesome retribution.The Dark Below by Malcolm Richards is a gripping and relentless crime thriller that will leave readers on the edge of their seats, craving the next twist in this pulse-pounding tale of suspense and revenge.

When the bones of a woman are dug up on a beach in Dorset whose are they? How do they connect with Nessa Halloran's present life as memories of her English post-war childhood emerge to haunt her?

As Grace and Devlin clash over her father's will, Grace can't ignore the haunting suspicion that his death was no accident.

South Devon and Dartmoor (Slow Travel) guide. Holiday tips and insider advice featuring Plymouth, local restaurants, pubs and accommodation, and national parks. Also covered are the Pilgrim Fathers and the Mayflower, Dartmouth, Torquay, Dartmoor National Park, South West Coast Path, beaches, cycling, itineraries, boat trips and steam train routes.

Originally published in 1979, All Around the Year is a diary following a year at Parsonage Farm, a mixed farm in Devon. The book documented a way of life unchanged for centuries, but which was already remote to most people.