16 Comments
User's avatar
Petra Khashoggi's avatar

Great choice! I loved the historical novel ‘Restoration’ too and find that era of British history fascinating. Did you see the film version with Robert Downey Jr. as Merivel? It’s good, but the book was much better.

Now I must read ‘The Crimson Ribbon’ - love the title!

Katherine Clements's avatar

Hurray! Another fan! I have seen the film, which was fun, but obviously doesn’t have the power or complexity of the book. They rarely do! Still a good watch though.

Caroline Donahue's avatar

I haven’t seen the film… I’ll let @Katherine Clements weigh in on the comparison between the two. 💗

According to Mimi's avatar

And "Restoration" goes on my list. Plus I must add "The Crimson Ribbon" because I love connections and miracles between two authors who have never met each other.

Caroline Donahue's avatar

I love that theme! Enjoy. 💗✨

Mellany Ambrose's avatar

I really enjoyed reading “Restoration” too years ago. Perhaps it’s time for a reread!

Caroline Donahue's avatar

I love rereading an old favorite. So cozy!

Elaine R. Frieman's avatar

Love Katherine! 🫶🏻 Great interview. 🤩

Caroline Donahue's avatar

She‘s wonderful, right? So glad you enjoyed it!

Erika Rae's avatar

"Pilgrim at Tinker Creek" by Annie Dillard! I think I was 23 when I first read it. (Before that, the poems of e.e. cummings!)

Lila Sterling's avatar

I look forward to reading Restoration. Thank you so much 💝

Rachel Burton's avatar

Ah Restoration is your House at Riverton!