Laura Childs's A Dark and Stormy Tea may be boiling over with murder and mayhem. By my favorite parts are her descriptions of Theodosia's charming tea shop and cottage. And of the many word pictures she paints, the most vivid is that of Theodosia's vanity:
"With its desk and drawers and cushioned stool, the vanity took up one wall and was the perfect spot for Theodosia to sit and apply makeup or brush her hair. Scattered atop the vanity were Theodosia's collectibles -- perfume bottles by Chanel and Dior, leather-covered journal, ceramic box decorated with jaguars that held her good pearl earrings, a large white bowl with scalloped edges that corralled her bracelets, cuffs, and a strand of pearls and a Jo Malone candle." (79)
I love hearing about "collectibles," especially those of a beauty bent. They're full of feminine fun, aren't they? So here are some pics from my own vanity. Or, rather, the nightstands in my closet.
Princess toys and novelty tissues may not be Chanel. But they are my happy place.
3 comments:
Oh, this does look delightful. Yes, a lot of times I am more enamored with the backdrop and supporting cast than the actual storyline. So great to read your wonderful book review. I hope you are having a great March.💚💚💚💙💙💙💙💙💙💗💗💗💗💗A little tender here from all the PT and we have had Covid and work which means getting double duty at work. 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕 Thanks so much for your comments!
The description of the charming tea shop and cottage sounds divine!! And I absolutely love your charming collectibles on your vanity; the princess figurines are soooooooo gorgeous! I especially love the colors and the details of their dresses. Lastly, the tissues are so fun and quirky! I can see why it's your happy place. 💚👑💖
I used to be an avid reader of cozy mysteries, culinary cozies in particular, and while I’ve heard of Laura Childs, I have never read one of her books. I do love tea, all sorts, so based upon your review I’m going to give this book a try.
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