Could have chatted with Dianne for ages longer! I was too busy chinwagging I completely ran out of time and so didn't even wind up the conversation one little bit, it completely cuts out...and I would do it all again tomorrow I'm sure. Dianne Yarwood was just too lovely I couldn't tear myself away. 
I really loved The Wakes, and I am sure you will too! It's a great novel about middle-aged people living their lives...for this 45 almost year old it was just a delight! 

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