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Thursday, 15 January 2026

Book 2 2026 Cloudless by Rupert Dastur

'And Alice, who has the sharpest ear of all, despite her age, also hears the phone but she is well practised at ignoring things she deems ugly; and how easy it is when her daughter is here, playing like this, as Alice always knew she could, like a dream, a miracle - and her own composition no less!'


For our second book of the year I recommend Cloudless by Rupert Dastur. After a very challenging start to the year, I think you will enjoy this beautifully written book. Against the backdrop of the war in Iraq, it is a deeply moving portrayal of a family's struggle to navigate the challenges of everyday life on a farm in Wales, far from the armed conflict, which, nonetheless, is threatening that which they hold most dear. Here is the worksheet.

Meetup: Friday, 27th February 5pm 

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