by Carrie Turansky | Dec 21, 2015 | Christmas, Research
Hi Friends, When I was researching the events of World War One for my novel, A Refuge at Highland Hall, I read about a spontaneous truce that began on Christmas Eve and carried through to Christmas Day 1914, only a few months after the war started. It’s...
by Carrie Turansky | Oct 29, 2015 | My Books, Research, Uncategorized
Hi Friends, I never thought I’d write a novel set during wartime. I had no desire to make my characters face the hardships and losses that would surely come their way. But when I traveled to England on a research trip I was intrigued by what I learned...
by Carrie Turansky | Jan 22, 2015 | My Books, Research, Uncategorized
Hi Friends, It’s surprising what you find doing a Google search! Today I was looking for a painting I’d seen at Tyntesfield, the estate I have in mind as I write my Highland Hall books, and I found a blog post written by the photographer whose photo was...
by Carrie Turansky | Jun 27, 2014 | Research
Hi Friends, One of the highlights of my trip to England was visiting the Lake District, which is the northwest section of England. The azaleas, rhododendrons, and bluebells were blooming, and new lambs frolicked in the pastures. I fell in love with this beautiful...
by Carrie Turansky | Jun 3, 2014 | Downton Abbey, Research
Hi Friends, On my recent trip to Scotland I was very excited to visit Inverarary Castle which was featured in the last episode of Downton Abbey, Season 3. The Crawley family traveled to Scotland to visit Duneagle (Inverarary) and spend time with Lady Rose’s...
by Carrie Turansky | Apr 10, 2014 | Downton Abbey, Research
Hi Friends, One of the highlights of our visit to England was touring Highclere Castle and gardens where Downton Abbey is filmed. What a beautiful spot! There are several sections to the gardens…so come along with me on a tour. Just a short walk from the house...