The Bride that Time Forgot by Paul Magrs. Book review
The Bride That Time Forgot by Paul Magrs. Headline (2011) ‘7.99
Reviewed by Jan Edwards
This is the fifth book about Brenda: famous Whitby landlady, and original bride of Frankenstein’s monster.
Those already familiar with Brenda and will recognise many of the characters that have come to Whitby for a jolly, slaying,
I suspect newcomers might be a touch confused as some of the plot lines and sub-characters, such as the evil Mrs Claus, but I am not sure it matters over much. This is pure fun and understanding plots and keeping track of characters is really not all that important. The Bride That Time Forgot wreaks havoc across the entire gamut of fantasy tropes, and a passing game ‘spot the Victorian and Edwardian Literature Heroes’, whilst reading adds a further dimension, as you try to recall where and when this name and that plot originated.
Those who have read previous books, or heard the radio plays, about Brenda and the rest of the Whitby gang will adore this new romp. Newcomers are in for a treat because The Bride That Time Forgot is a slice of sheer unadulterated silliness that is very hard to resist.
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The Bride That Time Forgot by Paul Magrs. Headline (2011) ‘7.99
Reviewed by Jan Edwards
This is the fifth book about Brenda: famous Whitby landlady, and original bride of Frankenstein’s monster.
Those already familiar with Brenda and will recognise many of the characters that have come to Whitby for a jolly, slaying,
I suspect newcomers might be a touch confused as some of the plot lines and sub-characters, such as the evil Mrs Claus, but I am not sure it matters over much. This is pure fun and understanding plots and keeping track of characters is really not all that important. The Bride That Time Forgot wreaks havoc across the entire gamut of fantasy tropes, and a passing game ‘spot the Victorian and Edwardian Literature Heroes’, whilst reading adds a further dimension, as you try to recall where and when this name and that plot originated.
Those who have read previous books, or heard the radio plays, about Brenda and the rest of the Whitby gang will adore this new romp. Newcomers are in for a treat because The Bride That Time Forgot is a slice of sheer unadulterated silliness that is very hard to resist.
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