A post-apocalyptic novel, the last in a trilogy which began with the 11th Century-set The Wake, which I loved for its imaginative use of language. A similar approach was used here, although I couldn’t even tell you the name of the second in the trilogy or when it was set (quick google search reveals it was called 'The Beast' and is set in contemporary England). Much better than many post-apocalyptic novels and was very believable in the lives portrayed, although the religious elements went over my head. We're going on holiday in a few days and I've taken the decision not to read anything tough or edifying while away. I'm just going to take easy and comfort reads and see how that affects me - does it increase my appetite for reading or leave my feeling empty. I'm half-tempted to go the other way and take Ulysses with me. Apparently it works better as spoken word though. William's bike riding continues to improve, we had our first family cycle ride yesterday and went on to Horsell Common. Not very far, but we were all on our own bikes. Hopefully much more to come.
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