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This is an interesting novella told from the point of view of a woman with depression who travels with her vocal ensemble to a château on the continent for a major rehearsal. Faber's writing is great as always, but some parts of the story felt unfinished.

Although it might look like a nice little novella, The Courage Consort is definitely a short story. On repeat reads I think it could be very rewarding, and there were enough interesting points to warrant going back to explore. Also it is light enough to balance on a cat! Full review here: https://alternativemrmen.blogspot.co.uk/2018/05/the-courage-consort-by-michel-fa... #booksoncats #catsonbooks #kitty #shortstories #novella

The first time in years I‘ve finished a book in one sitting! #amreading #oneshot

Final #booktourism for the day. The 199 steps. Couldn't find that story here, so tagged the one it is paired with in my copy. I really like Michel Faber's work - every book is so different. You couldn't imagine that the person who wrote 'the crimson petal and the white' also wrote 'under the skin'. Met him once at a talk, but was too star struck to hold a conversation.

To keep my mind off my headache I finished this one off today. It is also Number 82 on my #mounttbr climb. It will to the top of Mt. Olympus before you know it.

My latest morning read in the car. I am excited about this one. And I wonder how did my currently reading pile turned into five books?

There was a good article about Michel Faber on the guardian book page today. This photo has an extra special bonus, my webbed feet. Makes me glad to be a "child" of Dagon.?