Janet Ollerenshaw
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Summonsed to the sleepy village of Hingemont, Imogen slowly unravels the secrets that led to the untimely death of her grandmother. Relationships are strained and mysteries abound as suspicion falls on some innocent and incredulous locals. A missing key, an illicit affair, an angry child and an irascible old lady pepper these pages with possibilities as the villagers close ranks to support and protect those that 'belong'. Set in present-day England's...
2) Inside Out
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Tamarind is blessed with a gift to help heal past hurts; but at what cost? She weaves in and out of the lives of others, leaving peace and mystery. Observed by 'Old Bess' and guided by others, she leads an unconventional and tragic life, oblivious to the purpose behind her path and ultimate destiny. The story touches on reincarnation, scientific interference and belief in the seemingly impossible. Acceptance of Tam's truth may mean everything is turned...
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Old Bess, young Bess, Elizabeth, Lizzie... are we at the beginning or the end? In a Back to Front and roundabout way, Bess tells the story of how her paths have crossed and sometimes run alongside those of the people she has been sent to guide and support. As her personal story unfolds we learn that she has not just one path but many and that chronological time is irrelevant when it comes to spiritual guidance and purpose. Although Back to Front can...
4) Upside Down
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In the blink of an eye, anything can be turned upside down. Timothy is an enigmatic, independent child who suffers from 'petit mal', a mild form of epilepsy. During these episodes, he appears in other places and other times and is able to comfort and help those who are suffering in some way. He is guided by spiritual mentors and it is clear that there is a purpose to his life. Touching on aspects of reincarnation, spirituality, and the inevitable...
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Cameo characters people the pages of this gentle mystery, set in the imaginary town of Potterton and centered around its marina. Deaths, kidnapping, rescues and a mild romance weave in and out of the story. At the centre is Kevin, a semi-recluse boatman, whose peaceful evening is rudely interrupted when a female neighbour calls for his assistance in rescuing a drowning child. The child, Sophie, survives her wetting but brings with her a plethora of...
6) Cane Toads
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The peaceful, humdrum life of the tiny community at Little Bidwell is shaken to the core by the arrival of several and various visitors. Some have come to appreciate the respite and solitude this secluded and semi-isolated spot offers, but others have a more sinister purpose in mind.
At the centre of events is an ancient chapel whose uses over the years have ranged from place of worship to cattle shed. What will be its function this time?
A runaway...