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541 TENERIFE NEWS I 25TH DECEMBER TO 14TH JANUARY 2016

THE ENGLISH

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Happy Christmas to all our readers, and our best wishes for the forthcoming year we hope that it will prove to be a healthy one.

A reminder that a talk and presentation by the British Consulate staff will take place in the library
on Thursday 14th January. Representatives of the Spanish Red Cross will also be present, and they will be
happy to answer any queries which you may have. This will commence at 12 00 noon and non-members are
welcome.
A buffet lunch will follow , for the price of 7 euros, including refreshments.
On Thursday 27th January the film Cinderella will be shown in the library at 14.00 hours. This is free
- but, sorry, members only. The film is a fairly faithful interpretation of the Cinderella fairy tale. Lily James
plays Cinderella and gives a mesmerising performance and does a very effective job of making Cinderella
a stoic, kind-hearted, resolute and very considerate young lady who overcomes all that life throws at her.
There is a superb support cast, including Cate Blanchett as the wicked stepmother and Helena Bonham
Carter as the cool fairy godmother. The costumes, especially the womens ball gowns, are staggeringly
beautiful. The movie is a visual treat from the opening scene to the closing one. At its heart, this is a
simple love story, and the icing on the cake is that Cinderella has a fabulous chemistry with her Prince
Charming.
If you would like to attend, please leave your name at the treasurers desk.
If you would like any further information you may contact us on 922 38 30 98, or on our website theenglishlibrary.es, or find us on facebook or TripAdvisor.
We are to be found in the Taoro Park, in Puerto de la Cruz, opposite the British School, and our opening
hours are on Mondays and Fridays from 15.00 to 17.30, and Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10.00 to
13.00 hours.
The latest book by John Searanke is now available in the library.(This is his second book, the first ,- Dog
Days In The Fortunate Islands is also to be found in the library)

Prunes For Breakfast

by John Searancke

This is the story of Johns

parents, told mostly from the
side of his father, from the time
of his calling up in early 1940
to his release from a prisoner
of war camp in Germany in
1945.
After the deaths of his
parents, Johns aunt gave him
a box of letters which had been
written by his father to his
mother over the period from
1940 to 1945. These letters take
us through five captivating
years, telling of the ups and
downs,
the
plots
and
counterplots as his father rose
through the ranks to end his war
as a captain.
John recreates the five years
of war and hardship that the
letters span.
(John lives with his wife in
north Tenerife - find out more
about him and his books on
WWW.JOHNSEARANCKE.COM)

The Girl On The Cliff

by Lucinda Riley
Troubled by a recent loss,
Graia Ryan has returned to

Ireland and the arms of her loving

family. And it is here, on a cliff
edge, that she first meets a young
girl, Aurora, who will profoundly
changes her life.Mysteriously drawn
to Aurora, Grania discovers that
the histories of their families are
strangely and deeply entwined...
From a bittersweet romance in
wartime London to a troubled
relationship in contemporary New
York, from devotion to a foundling
child to forgotten memories of a
lost brother, the Ryans and the
Lisles, past and present, have been
entangled for a century. Ultimately
it will be Aurora whose intuition and
remarkable spirit help to break the
spell and unlock the chains of the
past.
Haunting, uplifting and deeply
moving, Auroras story tells of the
triumph of hope over loss.

your life. Each chance encounter

is an agonizing reminder of what
youve lost - your family, your
future, your sanity. How long
before revenge becomes
irresistible? With no reason to go
on living, why shouldnt you turn
your darkest thoughts into
deeds?
So now, what is the worst
thing you can do to your best
friend?

The Last Embrace by

Pam Jenoff

LEISURE
YOUR
HOROSCOPE
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ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20)
You should get out and meet new people today.
Emotional par tnerships may develop through
projects you initiate. Opportunities for romance
will flourish through travel.
TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21)
Overindulgence may be a problem. Debates will
stifle passion and result in estrangement. Social
activity with friends and relatives will be most
successful.

GEMINI (May 22-June 21)

Do your own thing and everything will settle down.
You will need a little competition today. Get involved in activities that will stretch your stamina.
This could be the cause of a dispute that may
result in estrangement.
CANCER (June 22-July 22)
Dont be too quick to spend money. You may
want to take a serious look at your goals and
objectives. You can meet new friends who will let
you know just how valuable you are.

LEO (July 23-Aug 22)

Dont blow situations out of proportion. You may
be looking through rose colored glasses. You have
to believe in yourself and your talents.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23)

Your par tner may not understand your mood
swings but if you are willing to communicate, a
lot of grief can be avoided. You will get along well
in social situations. You can get your point across
if you dont beat around the bush.
LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23)
Catch up on your correspondence and reading.
Opportunities may come up at prestigious affairs. Relatives may play an impor tant role in
your personal life.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22)

Dont overspend on luxury items. Youll feel much
better when your slate is clean again. The existing problems must be dealt with one way or another.

Little Black LIes by

Sharon Bolton

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21)

You may have difficulties with someone who lives
with you. Dont rely on others to do your work.
Relationships may be hard to handle.

What is the worst thing that your

best friend could do to you?
Admittedly, it wasnt murder. A
moments carelessness, a tragic
accident - and two children are
dead - yours. Living in a small
island community, you cant
escape the woman who destroyed

August, 1940 :Sixteen-yearold Addie flees fascist Italy to

live with her aunt and uncle in
Atlantic City, where she finds
friendship with the Connally
family and their three sons.
Spending an idyllic summer with
the oldest, Charlie, shows
Addie the love she has always
been missing. But war changes
everything. When one brothers
actions lead to the tragic death
of another, the Connally family
is devastated and Addie along
with them. Now she has no
choice but to escape again, this
time rebuilding her life in wartorn London.
But, when Charlie reappears
in her life, Addie discovers that
the past is impossible to outrun.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20)

You will have an inaccurate assessment of your
status in society. You will find yourself tied to the
phone. You will meet new romantic par tners
through the company you keep.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19)
Catch up on any correspondence youve neglected.
You are best to work at home if you can. Your self
esteem will come back if you take part in organizational functions that allow you to be in the lime
light.
PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20)
Problems with skin, bones, or teeth may mess
up your schedule. Keep an eye on your weight.
You should not get involved in joint ventures.