In June GH Readers will discussing “Merivel: A Man And His Time” by Rose Tremain. Merivel is back in Rose Tremain’s sequel to “Restoration.” Robert Merivel, courtier to Charles II narrates his picaresque journey through England, France and Switzerland. A mercurial character, he is torn between enjoying himself and making something of his life, through […]

In July GH Readers will be discussing “Sweet Tooth” by Ian McEwan. The year is 1972. The Cold War is far from over. MI5 England’s legendary intelligence agency is determined to manipulate the cultural conversation by funding writers whose politics align with those of the government. Cambridge student Serena Frome’s beauty and intelligence make her […]