Far better than I expected.

4.5* And now for something completely different.

The cover caught my eye and the synopsis convinced me that a biography would be a welcome change from the murder mysteries I've recently read. It was a good choice. There are many over romanticised books recounting the exploits of people leaving for a new life abroad, this is the reverse, Tommy and his family leave France and return to England.

Not knowing anything about brewing, I found the descriptions of the St Austell Brewery fascinating. Created in Victorian times, the building now appears to be laid out by a mad scientist. The detailed and lengthy information about brewing procedures was more than I'll ever need, most I'll forget, but Tommy’s frequent mishaps were memorable.

Coming through the pages of the book is Tommy’s slow success story in relaunching his own brewery, Braslou Bière in Cornwall, whilst mastering his demons and overcoming many disasters. He's a lucky man having such support from his family and friends.

Written with the author's sharp observation and recall skills, rarely do I finish a book and then put it aside to reread in the not too distant future. This is one such book. 'Yes, Tommy.'

With thanks to NetGalley and Muswell Press for a copy of this book, my review is completely impartial.

Such an enjoyable story! Great story telling, I enjoyed reading Something Brewing Cornwall, fascinated by the journey behind