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In brief: When Paul's brother Elliot goes missing from the crayfishing town of Stark, he goes to Stark himself to try to find answers. The good: The setting is captured perfectly, as is Paul's coming of age. The not-so-good: I might be a bit scared next time I'm up that way… Why I chose it:... Continue Reading →
Last week was a week of achievements – some small, some important and some in between. I solved my computer problems, read some books and did some less fun jobs. In other news, The Grand Tour is finally coming to free to air TV in Australia this week! I'm looking forward to watching it without... Continue Reading →
In brief: Sienna Wilson doesn't want to leave her high flying obstetrics director position to investigate birth defects in remote Queensland, but needs must. Especially when they come with Sergeant McCabe to help out… The good: This book has everything you need and then some – drama, romance, friendship and happily ever after. The not-so-good:... Continue Reading →
In brief: Lost papers by Max Brod have been found, which tells of his relationship with a man called Franz Kafka who could eclipse his work as a novelist. The good: Incredibly polished, detailed and assured – it's hard to believe that this is a debut novel. The not-so-good: I don't know too much about... Continue Reading →
What a week! I've got a few computer related issues and I seem to be going off on tangents from the original problem to try to fix it. I think I could have a workaround now, here's hoping… Anyway (one hour later after I started this post), books. I'm hoping to read a few this... Continue Reading →
In brief: Aviva was involved in a Clinton/Lewinsky affair (complete with blog entries) and disappeared. But when she runs for local mayor, secrets are revealed, affecting her daughter Ruby. The good: A unique way of telling a story from those who know Aviva/Jane. The not-so-good: Blitzed through this as it was so compelling! Why I... Continue Reading →
In brief: Abi doesn't really have a family. So when she finds out she's pregnant to an Aussie exchange student, she moves from England to Australia to start her own family. The good: The last quarter of the book is really powerful. The not-so-good: The start dragged a bit, as Abi is lonely in Sydney... Continue Reading →
Hmm, October already! Last week seemed more like winter weather, but everything was good for the AFL Grand Final in Melbourne on Saturday. It was a good game with great entertainment – The Killers smashed it! I really liked the post-match concert too, one of the better ideas the AFL has had in recent years.... Continue Reading →
In brief: George survives a shipwreck in 1859, but struggles with his life afterwards as an otherworldly creature becomes part of the family, whether he likes it or not. The good: The writing is beautiful, evocative and enigmatic. The not-so-good: The scientist in me tried too hard to figure out a plausible explanation for the... Continue Reading →
