After a busy workday, Adelaide receives an unexpected visit and hears a great deal of troubling family history.
At long last, Adelaide finally begins to learn some important family history, right from the source, when an unexpected visitor pays her a call.
The Night Watch, which contains the Glorious May 25th reference, is the 6th in the Watch books, but believe me, you’ll get there fast. The comedy is that gentle, observational humor that doesn’t leave anyone bruised (except bullies), and leaves you feeling a bit wiser to the human condition.
Today is a very special day – it’s the Glorious 25th of May!
Back before May the 4th became A Thing, May 25th was Geek Pride Day, where everyone knew where their towel was (Douglas Adams) and were proud of a little thing you got punched for loving – Star Wars. Most importantly, it is a reference to Terry Pratchett’s phenomenal Discworld books.
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The date comes from The Night Watch, lauded as one of the best in a series with many bests.
Burning Leaves is coming, and Adelaide learns the history of this Vitralese festival while considering her progress at literacy; Gordon considers subjects of interest with Gray; Neville has a setback but keeps moving forward.
Gert and Adelaide receive a hair-raising summons; Gordon has a spine-tingling encounter with Sligh Skinner.
Important legislation concerning the citizenship of refugee Hwaathi is discussed; Winston investigates his own home and catches up with Gerold over the Dockside riots; Adelaide has much on her mind.
