September 2025:
Book Review. Jenny Hare told us about ‘Dissolution’ by C J Sansom (2003). A historical novel set in 1537 during the dissolution of the monasteries, Matthew Shardlake is sent to investigate a crime that becomes darker than he could have imagined. Jenny said that the book is very evocative of England and the situation of that time. Dissolution is one of a series of 6 books; to be thoroughly recommended.
Annie Shaw (who has been extremely busy of late) recommended 4 books:
“The Price of Money” by Rob Dix (a history of currency), “Taxtopia” – anonymous/Geraint Anderson (written by an accountant, showing the current problems and inequalities),
“How Westminster Works” by Ian Dunt (each chapter looking at a different part of government).
“Not the End of the World” by Hannah Ritchie (the climate change book we’ve all been waiting for – a sensible way to reach a net zero carbon footprint).
Rusland with Bouth Women's Institute 