A Long Way From Verona

Oh my goodness. I've just finished a book that has rocketed to the top of my list, and toppled all the other books nearby. It's my new Favorite Book of All. And you simply must read it, too. It's an amazing read, with amazing characters and an amazing little story. It's very odd, but you've probably never heard of it and—even odder—you've probably even heard of the author. I just came across it by the unlikeliest of chances. It's on the 1001 Children's Books You Must Read list, so somebody else must love it, too. Don't worry about that; it's not really a just-for-children book. It's a great book, about families, and friendships, and growing up, and religion (just a bit) and happiness, and finding your calling. Oh, you really must read it. Now. Hope you can find a copy. And remember to thank me when you finally give it a read.

And I'll be off now to find some more Jane Gardam. I'm afraid nothing can be as good as this delicious novel, but I must try to find a little more and see for myself.