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The Mirror
`A beautifully written and highly entertaining account of the upside of downshifting.'
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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I'm a huge fan of Chris Stewart's "Driving Over Lemons" series and so I picked this up hoping it might be something along the same lines - a nice gentle read for my recent holiday. Well it was and it wasn't. The similarities between the beautifully drawn rural settings were inescapable, but this book actually made me laugh out loud - eliciting some very strange looks from the people sitting on the sun loungers around me. If you really want to escape the stresses of life in the UK I can't recommend it highly enough - even if you are never going to move abroad, this little slice of Spanish paradise is enough to make you feel refreshed and ready to do battle with real life once again.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
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This is a delightful and beautifully written book full of wonderful descriptions and vivid characters. I would say that as a Londoner I probably enjoyed the London scenes more than the Mallorcan ones. The eccentric characters in both places were however delightful, particular the ever wonderful Ed. The only item that did not ring quite true to me was Ed's trip to Mallorca. Somehow I do think this character would have ever have braved his fear of flying even to visit his old friend!! Altogether though an excellent book which I would warmly recommend anyone to read.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
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Anna Nicholas has achieved what many aspire to, that is living in a beautiful environment but working where the work is. In this fast moving, humorous and stylishly written account of how the new phenomenon of destination commuting can work in practice, she demonstrates how, with a little determination, anyone can do the same. It is an inspirational account of her own experiences in keeping a foot in both camps, and how to enjoy the best of both worlds. I have no doubt that it will provide encouragement to many others seeking a more fulfilling existence. Her book is a highly enjoyable read and, I predict, the first of many more from this very talented writer.
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Pack up and Go
beautifully written, engaging and hard to put down. Anna Nicholas takes you on a journey of so many layers. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Jules
A charming, delightful read
Having just returned from a lovely, if short stay in Mallorca I was keen to discover more about life there and how Brits cope with a different lifestyle and language. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Peterbear
Spinning a short story into a very long one.
Spinning a short story into a very long one.
When I come across a new author I always want to like them as it will open up a whole new experience. Read more
When I come across a new author I always want to like them as it will open up a whole new experience. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Peter Wade
rubbish
I was hoping to gain some insight into the beautiful island of Mallorca but this was pure drivel
Published on 22 Jan 2010 by A. Juliff
Lizard in my luggage - Majorca
Most enjoyable read, but personally I could do without the 'trips back to London', so I skip most of that part. Read more
Published on 20 Nov 2009 by Shirley, Bourton.
A wonderful and amusing book
Once I had started to read this book, I found myself looking forward to every spare moment in the day (or night) when I could pick it up and continue on the author's life-changing... Read more
Published on 6 Sep 2009 by Chally
A Lizard in my luggage:Mayfair to Mallorca in one easy move.
This book was ordered for my wife who enjoys most travel type books, and her comments are posted here. "this book is too much like many others for example Snowball oranges. Read more
Published on 29 April 2009 by Christopher Meddick
A must have.
See my comments re "Cat on a hot tiled roof". This is the essential partner.
Published on 27 April 2009 by Mr. P. R. Daw
Best of Both Worlds
This is one of the most cheery books I've read this year. It's a very funny and witty take on living between two entirely different places. Read more
Published on 18 Nov 2008 by Oliver Jenkins
Disappointing
I was really disappointed - bought this book based on the very positive reviews, but this book didn't tell me anything about Spain at all and furthermore I didn't find the "piquant... Read more
Published on 15 Nov 2008 by LifeAbroad
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