Hello from Valerie Shields (VS)

I'd like to say hello to the other members and introduce myself briefly. I first new Emily as a friend of my son Philip from college. We have always talked books!

Now retired, I have enjoyed having more time to read and, best of all, discuss the books with others via reading groups. I have had firm favourites over the years, but would find it very difficult to pick out just five books. I have decided to select the authors that have meant most to me. I will have to leave you wondering for a while, as time is short today, however in the next few days I will post my list.

Helen has mentioned she is my daughter in law. (Married to Philip).