Hello from Iowa

AuntiePam · Post by **AuntiePam** » Sun December 7th, 2008, 1:09 am

Hello from another fan of historical fiction.

I'm partial to the Middle Ages and later, all the way up to WWII. I prefer novels about ordinary people rather than generals, presidents, and royalty.

I like to be immersed in the period. If a writer explains too much -- describes things that wouldn't be described in a contemporary novel -- it takes me out of the story. One of my favorite HF novels is Kristin Lavrandsdattar by Sigrid Undsett. I could have sworn she was channeling the characters, that she lived in that time period. Remarkable book, and a compelling story too.

So that's a little about me and my tastes. I'm looking forward to reading the discussions here.

boswellbaxter · Post by **boswellbaxter** » Sun December 7th, 2008, 1:12 am

Nice to have you here, Pam! Love your avatar!

diamondlil · Post by **diamondlil** » Sun December 7th, 2008, 1:12 am

Welcome AuntiePam! Look forward to seeing you around the boards.

AuntiePam · Post by **AuntiePam** » Sun December 7th, 2008, 1:14 am

Holy moly, that was fast! Thanks for the welcome(s).

boswellbaxter · Post by **boswellbaxter** » Sun December 7th, 2008, 1:28 am

We're a speedy bunch around here. Who's the kitty?

AuntiePam · Post by **AuntiePam** » Sun December 7th, 2008, 2:23 am

The avatar kitty is an anonymous internet kitty, but he's a ringer for one of my two cats. He doesn't look very friendly, does he?

MLE (Emily Cotton) · Post by **MLE (Emily Cotton)** » Sun December 7th, 2008, 6:51 am

He's a pretty grumpy-looking cat.
I'm friendly, though and Silverdollar and Birch (the two llamas pictured) are very curious, although wary.
Welcome to the forum. I like novels about ordinary people too, especially if the times, religion, culture and languages are accurately reflected, adn if you get a feel for how the big events of the day are affecting the little guy.

Carine · Post by **Carine** » Sun December 7th, 2008, 10:02 am

Hello AuntiePam, welcome here !

donroc · Post by **donroc** » Sun December 7th, 2008, 12:13 pm

Welcome and enjoy.

Leyland · Post by **Leyland** » Sun December 7th, 2008, 12:18 pm

Hi Pam, and welcome to HFO. I enjoy HF with ordinary people in general as main characters, too. The Illuminator by Brenda R Vantrease worked great for me this way.