In a Dark, Dark Wood and Singin Hinny
Recipe: link
The setting of the book takes place in Northumberland (England). I came across this traditional Northumberland recipe. It is very similar to a scone. Supposedly, the name “singin’ hinny” came from the sound made when it was cooking on a griddle (singin’) and the slang endearment term, hinny, meaning “honey.”
This is a great tasting recipe (very similar to a pancake). It is also super easy to make.
The book…
This is the second Ruth Ware book I have read. It is a psychological thriller. Here is the book overview:
When reclusive writer Leonora is invited to the English countryside for a weekend away, she reluctantly agrees to make the trip. But as the first night falls, revelations unfold among friends old and new, an unnerving memory shatters Leonora’s reserve, and a haunting realization creeps in: the party is not alone in the woods.
There really isn’t much to say about the book – either you like psychological thrillers or you do not. I liked the book; it is a quick, “page-turning” read. The one aspect I did not like, though, were all the curse words, particularly the f-word. It was used repeatedly throughout the book. I do not see why there is a need to use foul language. Maybe this type of language doesn’t bother many people but I can do without.
Although it is not one of my favorites, I will probably read the rest of her books. It seems her books are light, easy reads that you sometimes need when work gets crazy. There seems to be a movie in development, as well. In 2015, Reese Witherspoon purchased the rights to produce the movie. Not sure why it has not been released yet but looking forward to the movie when it is released. So, until then, get the book and read so you can be prepared to compare and contrast the book to the movie. Happy Reading!
