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Christina Lewis
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Lover of Crossfit 🏋🏻‍♂️ @newwave_crossfit | Coffee | Photography | Libraries | Baking | Bibliophile | Occasional walker | Historical Fiction fan
Alis Hawkins’s brilliant second book in the Teifi Valley Coroner series, “In Two Minds,” follows Harry Probert-Lloyd, the acting coroner, as he works with his assistant, John Davies, to investigate the mysterious death of a body found on the beach.
#HistoricalFiction
June 18, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Another gripping mystery in the Matthew Bartholomew series, “The Killer of Pilgrims”, follows Matthew and Brother Michael as they investigate the murder of a wealthy benefactor and a series of connected thefts.
#HistoricalFiction #Mystery
June 18, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Loved listening to The Windsor Knot by S.J. Bennett narrated by Samantha Bond. Borrowed from Surrey Libraries. 🎧

A clever crime thriller with Queen Elizabeth II secretly solving crimes.
March 19, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Book 2 of 2025
King Alfred’s Daughter by David Stokes tells the fascinating story of Æthleflæd, Lady of the Mercians, who was formidable woman and warrior defending her kingdom against Viking invaders.
February 16, 2025 at 9:39 PM
✅ Kicked off 2025 with The Skeleton Army by Alis Hawkins.
This gripping second Oxford Mysteries novel follows Non & Basil as they investigate a brutal murder linked to a shadowy group ☠️ terrorising the city of Oxford.
#HistoricalFiction
January 18, 2025 at 4:13 PM
If I was in any doubt, I’m definitely now middle aged. I caved and wore thermals today to work. 🤣
January 7, 2025 at 6:38 PM
BBC iPlayer to the rescue 🛟 as I missed watching Mary Poppins over the festive period.
a woman is smiling in front of a mirror while wearing a black hat
ALT: a woman is smiling in front of a mirror while wearing a black hat
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January 4, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Hauled up on the sofa with a head cold, but at least I have supplies.
January 1, 2025 at 3:46 PM
📚 2024 Reading Wrap-Up! 📖
Loved exploring new worlds & diving deep into these stories.
Shoutout to my local library for the awesome audiobook selection! #ReadingJourney #BookWorm #LibraryLove #ReadingGoals
January 1, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Indulging in a bit of medieval history:

🎧 Gone Medieval: What happened to the Princes in the Tower.

💻The Princes in the Tower: The New Evidence.
December 30, 2024 at 2:41 PM
Tell me you’re cooking Christmas dinner, without telling me you’re cooking Christmas dinner 🤣🤣🤣
December 25, 2024 at 4:05 PM
Curled up on the sofa listening to The Dark is Raising on BBC Sounds.

www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
The Dark Is Rising - 1. Midwinter Eve - BBC Sounds
This night will be bad. Tomorrow will be beyond all imagining
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December 23, 2024 at 10:20 AM
Big red wedding bus, opposite of Holy Trinity church in Guildford’s High Street, waiting for the bride and groom.
December 21, 2024 at 3:56 PM
Tis the season to watch The Box of Delights especially on its 40th Anniversary.

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The Box of Delights
Can the wonders of Christmas be saved? Entrusted with an ancient magical box, a child goes on a thrilling journey in time and space. The much-loved, groundbreaking festive classic.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 15, 2024 at 9:37 PM
Guildford Guildhall highlighted in the afternoon winter sunshine ☀️
December 14, 2024 at 4:34 PM
Richard III’s voice comes to life after 10 years of research.
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
My kingdom for a horse: Richard III speaks again - BBC Sounds
Researchers have spent the last decade researching the monarch's voice.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 25, 2024 at 7:23 PM
Just a brief moment at sunset tonight. Beautiful light across the southwestern skyline. One minute it was there and the next it was gone.
November 25, 2024 at 4:17 PM
Lost in the pages of a good book at The Bound in Whitley Bay. This charming independent bookshop is a book lover's paradise. 📖 #bookworm
#independentbookshop #WhitleyBay
November 22, 2024 at 3:02 PM
Who knew public toilets could be so fascinating? 🚽 😬
This vintage loo, complete with a lever, is definitely a museum piece. A truly unique and surprising experience.

#PublicToiletAdventures #VintageFind
#Durham
November 21, 2024 at 6:44 PM
The Box of Delights 40th anniversary airing confirmed by BBC Four

www.radiotimes.com/tv/fantasy/b...

#ClassicTV
The Box of Delights 40th anniversary airing confirmed by BBC Four
The wolves are running again this Christmas.
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November 20, 2024 at 8:09 PM
The Cloister and the Cloister Garth at Durham Cathedral both featured in Harry Potter and Philosopher’s Stone and Chamber of Secrets.

#DurhamCatherdral #HarryPotter #FilmLocation
November 20, 2024 at 6:33 PM
The Royal Arms of Elizabeth I carved on a stone plaque on display in Durham Cathedral.

Originally the plaque was located above the north door of the cathedral, and this is one of a few surviving arms today.
#DurhamCathedral
#ElizabethI #Tudors
November 19, 2024 at 6:59 PM
Slightly jaunty replica (?) hexagonal Victorian postbox by the Palace Green, Durham Cathedral.
#DurhamCathedral
November 18, 2024 at 3:51 PM
The Sanctuary Knocker on the door of Durham Cathedral. This is a replica with the original on display in the museum.
#History #DurhamCathedral
November 18, 2024 at 11:34 AM