Book Club Book Review

Are you thinking about the next book for your Book Club?

Can we give you a little inspiration?

Why not try  Howard's End is on the landing by Susan Hill?

A lovely, warm and in places funny book in which Susan explores her bookshelves. In turn this gives the reader an insight into her thoughts on her eclectic and in places very surprising collection of books. A sprinkling of details of her life and the many literary figures that have had a place in her life add to the delightful mix. It may make you feel differently about some books and your own book collection too.

If you love coffee, books, great food or jazz, we hope you'll find something you can use here...

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Matilda, granddaughter of the Conqueror "great by birth, greater by marriage, greatest in her offspring". Eleanor, married to a king of France and then a King of England, mother of Richard the Lionheart, vivacious, sensual and headstrong. Isabella, known as the she-wolf of France, accused of adultery, murder and treason. Margaret, beautiful, gifted but tragic. A quartet of medieval queens. Four fascinating lives. Documented with flair and insight, this book brings to life the tempestuous fortunes of these enthralling women. A scintillating and exciting read, this really is biographical story-telling at its very best. Retail price £9.99 Stray's price £8.99.

Stray's is located in Newark-on-Trent and is family owned. The family have traded in the town for 19 years and Stray's coffee has been at 18 Middlegate since 2004, with the bookshop opening from 17-21 Boar Lane in mid-2005. Our Sandwich takeaway (which also serves the coffee bar) was opened mid-2008 from 20 Middlegate.

Newark is easily located via the A1, the A46 & the Mainline and East Coast line rail links. For a map of Newark showing parking areas and how to get to Stray's please see our map»