Loved the (1) falconry aspect and the interspersed (2) references to T. H. White's own struggles with birds of prey as well as writing. Found the (3) author's remembrances of her late father less interesting. Overall enjoyed the memoir and found myself pursuing the subject of falconry in other books.

Offering readers and fans of the Mary Russell series welcome background on the lives of Mary and her close companions. Quite enjoyable to delve into the early lives of Sherlock, Mrs. Hudson and Mary and part of what shaped these loveable characters. A page turner and mystery to the end!