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LJ Shepherd @ljshepherd.bsky.social · 30m

While there will almost certainly be the odd comment that seems very strange to us now, I love the world and the characters. She's also very good on the xenophobia towards Poirot! This book has lots of people (who are definitely the bad guys) asking Poirot if he's foreign and taking against him.

LJ Shepherd @ljshepherd.bsky.social · 23h

In other words, Christie is actually taking a swipe at people saying women are "asking for it". She's saying that women merely want the freedom to behave as men, but when they exercise that freedom, they're criticised for the harms done to them. /fin

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LJ Shepherd @ljshepherd.bsky.social · 23h

In her internal monologue, Lynn recognises that there's not much point to life if women can't walk down the street, go to parties, go on dates etc. - all activities that expose them to danger. /5

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LJ Shepherd @ljshepherd.bsky.social · 23h

Thirdly, I think a lot of people misunderstand Lynn Marchmont's comment about women "asking for it". That comment is often taken out of context when people criticise Christie. Lynn's internal monologue adds an all-important caveat. /4

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LJ Shepherd @ljshepherd.bsky.social · 23h

Secondly, despite being published less than 3 years after the end of WW2, she's already able to offer incisive insight without the benefit of hindsight. She talks a lot of the "ill will" in society post-WW2. All the characters have different ideas of why they fought the war. /3

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LJ Shepherd @ljshepherd.bsky.social · 23h

Firstly, Christie's descriptions are actually great. She describes Frances Clode as a "greyhound woman who looks good in tweed". I know exactly what this woman looks like from 6 words. The economy of her language is so impressive. /2

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LJ Shepherd @ljshepherd.bsky.social · 23h

I listened to Taken at the Flood by Agatha Christie on a long drive to North Wales this week. I wasn't particularly keen on this book when I read it as a teenager because there is next to no Poirot, HOWEVER, on a second reading, I noticed several incredible things... /1

Cover of Agatha Christie's Taken at the Flood - a black and white WW2 bomber plan set against a black background

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LJ Shepherd @ljshepherd.bsky.social · 10d

I do NOT like the new Scrivener logo.

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LJ Shepherd @ljshepherd.bsky.social · 11d

I don't really understand why Aaron's piano didn't also get a handshake. It looked equally as impressive as Jasmine's fountain and the feedback on taste was very similar. 🧐 #GBBO

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LJ Shepherd @ljshepherd.bsky.social · Sep 1

I loved this book!

Claire Wilson @byclairewilson.bsky.social · Sep 1

Five by five has been selected for the kindle monthly deal meaning it’s only 99p for September

Celebrate @bloodyscotland.bsky.social month early and treat yourself to this bargain

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Five by Five: An addictive thriller about obsession, corruption and desire inside a high-security prison eBook : Wilson, Claire: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store

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LJ Shepherd @ljshepherd.bsky.social · Aug 26

I had the loveliest surprise yesterday when I found out that my debut, THE TRIALS OF LILA DALTON, was reviewed in Kirkus!! What a lovely surprise. They had this to say about it...

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Marko Silberhand @markosilberhand.bsky.social · Aug 18

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Claire Wilson @byclairewilson.bsky.social · Aug 10

Four sleeps

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LJ Shepherd @ljshepherd.bsky.social · Aug 8

😂😂😂 Good luck to people who have the time but living happily in clothes and homes no matter how stylish they look is way more important!

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LJ Shepherd @ljshepherd.bsky.social · Aug 8

I just wanted to let you all know where I am on the very controversial topic of wearing vs styling. I am very much Team Wearing. I have never knowingly styled an outfit, unless occasionally wearing a necklace counts.

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LJ Shepherd @ljshepherd.bsky.social · Jul 27

Exciting updates about Book 2 coming soon! Meanwhile, must write...

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Roxie Key #TheDeadlySpark 🔥 @roxiekey.bsky.social · Jul 15

Want a feel-good summer read? Can't help you there. But if you want a twisty little number for your hols, pop #TheDeadlySpark in your hand luggage... because summer can never be too hot 🔥 As @claremackwrites.bsky.social said, it's 'perfect holiday reading' (and the #thriller queen is NEVER wrong!).

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LJ Shepherd @ljshepherd.bsky.social · Jul 15

So BALLARD on Amazon Prime has filled the Dept Q shaped hole in my life. Best thing I’ve seen in weeks!

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LJ Shepherd @ljshepherd.bsky.social · Jul 15

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LJ Shepherd @ljshepherd.bsky.social · Jul 14

Thanks so much Caroline! I hope you enjoy the remaining 63%

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Quick Book Reviews Podcast @quickbookreviews.bsky.social · Jul 4

Today on the podcast I chat to @benaaronovitch.bsky.social about his new book #StoneAndSky. We talk about Peter and his family, Comic-Cons, word counts, book recommendations and much more. Links to listen: podfollow.com/quick-book-r...

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LJ Shepherd @ljshepherd.bsky.social · Jul 3

I loved this one!

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Graham Bartlett @gbpoliceadvisor.bsky.social · Jun 30

Under promise, over deliver. Some call it unambitious, I call it respectful. Promising what you can actually control beats promising what sounds good. From police performance meetings to kitchen companies - the cost of broken promises is higher than you think. My @brightonargus.bsky.social latest👇

Avoiding under delivery at all costs

Those who know me might describe me as a stickler for reliability. I certainly try to be both in myself and my expectations of others. It could be…

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Richard Herring @herring1967.bsky.social · Jun 30

Retro RHLSTP with Rosie Holt.
Full video up FOR FREE www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKFG...
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LONDON - live RHLSTPs TONIGHT richardherring.com/rhlstp. Also Sheffield Saturday and Edinburgh July/August

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LJ Shepherd @ljshepherd.bsky.social · Jun 27

Great recommendations - I've got some more to add to my TBR!

Raven Crime Reads @ravencrime.bsky.social · Jun 1

A crime recommendation from me for every day of #NationalCrimeReadingMonth...🧵

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