Where Jake’s story leads…
Ian B. Jake’s story was the introduction to this talk at Forest Hill Community Church where I talked (for about 25 minutes) about the Bible’s attitude to vulnerable children and how seeing…
2024
Jake’s Story
Jake had a big family; he was the second of five brothers, and he had three sisters too. They lived in a small village with mum and dad, until Jake…
Exploring My Ignorance
Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People About Race – Reni Eddo-Lodge As a white foster carer to mixed race children I am seeking to equip myself better for…
A Christmas Carol
A festive tale of trauma & attachment, the reason for the season, future hope, and wilful ignorance. A Christmas Carol and Other Christmas Writings by Charles Dickens My Goodreads rating:…
Book 2 of 2024
Light Perpetual by Francis Spufford My rating: 4 of 5 stars A book about lives and places that grew on me. Starting with a brilliantly slow opening chapter the novel…
My first finished book in 2024
Around the World in 80 Games: A Mathematician Unlocks the Secrets of the Greatest Games by Marcus du Sautoy My rating: 4 of 5 stars An enjoyable and easy to…