New Series…an English Village Cozy Mystery

New Series…an English Village Cozy Mystery

Sep 12, 2014

Well, this one has been a long time coming, but Death in the English Countryside, my English village cozy mystery is finally here!      Here’s the book description:  Location scout and Jane Austen aficionado, Kate Sharp, is thrilled when the company...
Photo Research Journal: English Countryside

Photo Research Journal: English Countryside

Jul 29, 2014

I’ve always loved reading about England. Jane Austen and modern day Regency romances gave me a desire to see the country first-hand. I was able to visit London and Cambridge in the past, but I’d never been farther north. Recently, I set off on a research...
Lyme Park or Country Homes to Die For

Lyme Park or Country Homes to Die For

Jul 29, 2014

I was able to visit Lyme Park, which was used as the exterior of Pemberly in the BBC mini series version of Pride and Prejudice. No photos from inside the house, as photography wasn’t allowed. :(Not bad for an amateur photographer, right?  Raised garden...
Chatsworth or Country Homes to Die For (Part II)

Chatsworth or Country Homes to Die For (Part II)

Jul 29, 2014

A smattering of photos from my visit to Chatsworth House in Derbyshire.ChatsworthAdd captionEntry HallDining RoomLibrary – I could spend days in here…Close-up of wallpaper in green roomI want these...