30 JANUARY 1932, Page 24

ASHES ON THE HEARTH. By Mrs. Fred Reynolds. (The Bodley

Head. 7s. 6d.)—Should a husband tell ? The theme recalls the 1880's ; and the style, pleasantly reminiscent of Miss Braddon, matches the theme. The authoress has the courage to think that what pleased their grandmothers will appeal to the more sophisticated youth of to-day.