October 2023 – Page 4 – Thesilverpetticoatreview

An In-Depth Exploration of Dreamer’s Pool: Juliet Marillier’s Bold New Direction

Award-winning author Juliet Marillier skillfully blends magic, mythology, and folklore into every sentence. Now she's starting an enchanting new series that will transport you to a magical vision of ancient…

thesilverpetticoatreview October 7, 2023

romance

Queen Christina (1933): A Must-Watch Masterpiece from a Bygone Era

Greta Garbo stars in the classic 1933 film about Queen Christina of Sweden. QUEEN CHRISTINA (1933) – A BRIEF OVERVIEW "Queen Christina," a pre-Code classic, features the iconic Greta Garbo…

thesilverpetticoatreview October 5, 2023

books

The Tale of Beauty and the Beast: An Historical Journey

Beauty and the Beast – A Brief History Since we talked about Beauty and the Beast extensively last week, I thought it would be interesting to delve into the history…

thesilverpetticoatreview October 5, 2023

romance

A Glimpse Into 19th Century Courtship: Romantic Customs and Etiquette

Want a taste of romance from the 19th century? Author Tara Johnson delves into this in her historical romance novel, All Through the Night, as well as the courting customs…

thesilverpetticoatreview October 4, 2023

movies-tv

“A Captivating New Period Drama: Hotel Portofino on PBS”

Hotel Portofino on PBS Hotel Portofino is an intriguing new period drama set in the stunning resort town of Portofino in 1920s Italy. Fans of Downton Abbey or The Durrells…

thesilverpetticoatreview October 3, 2023

books

In-Depth Questions for Exploring Pride And Prejudice – Silver Petticoat Book Club Companion

It's the last week of April, so it’s time to dive into our discussion of "Pride and Prejudice." We've made downloadable discussion questions available for you. You can use these…

thesilverpetticoatreview October 3, 2023

period-dramas

‘A Riveting Throwback Romance: A Review of “Sylvie’s Love”‘

Tessa Thompson and Nnamdi Asomugha shine in "Sylvie’s Love," a captivating black love story set against the backdrop of the Jazz scene in New York City. The movie, directed by…

thesilverpetticoatreview October 3, 2023

romance

May 2021’s Top Picks: 18 Captivating Romantic Films, Timeless Period Dramas, and More Must-Watch Movies

We have a bunch of new movie and TV reviews this month, so there's something for everyone! Whether you're into new TV shows, films, period dramas, or hidden gems, we've…

thesilverpetticoatreview October 3, 2023

movies-tv

70 Must-Watch Dance Movies Throughout the Ages

Dance movies have played a significant role in film history, captivating audiences since Thomas A. Edison recorded Ruth St. Denis's skirt dance in 1894. But it was Swan Lake from…

thesilverpetticoatreview October 3, 2023

romantic-living

12 Unique Partnerships Between Costume Designers and Actresses

Costumes in films offer subtle insights into a character’s personality, circumstances, and development, adding depth to the storytelling. The work of costume designers is crucial but often goes unnoticed. These…

thesilverpetticoatreview October 2, 2023