This compact hardback offers a visual overview of diverted trains over the past 40 years. Although not so common these days, diversions owing to engineering work would offer the excitement of unusual traction and passenger workings through railway backwaters. With over 200 quality colour images, there’s a pleasing variety of geographical coverage and an array of diesel locomotives and multiple units, as well as a fair number of electrics (many being ‘dragged’). The captions are informative and some of the featured services may inspire modellers to run something a little different on their layouts! Book: Diesels Diverted, by Kim Fullbrook (Pen & Sword) Price: £25.00 Availability: www.pen-and-sword.co.uk