Later

Yes, well, the reading pace has slowed down, as we had house guests for a couple of days. But I'm enjoying Joan London's The Good Parents, and wondering if I can cram in Anne Enright's The Gathering before Saturday when we leave.

Guests have gone now, weather is perfect. The Summer People have descended, so it's not as peaceful as it was, but there are compensations in seeing the tiny children discovering the delights of the beach.

Three more days...

Happy New Year, everyone!