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In brief: The novelisation of the TV drama about Queen Charlotte and King George, and how it links to the Bridgerton book and TV series. The good: I enjoyed this story a lot, more than I thought I would. The not-so-good: Still haven’t finished the TV series. Why I chose it: Enjoyed the Bridgerton books... Continue Reading →
In brief: The sixth book in the Bergman brothers series about sister Ziggy trying to shed her good girl/youngest sister reputation with her brother’s bad boy best friend. The good: It’s about a friendship developing with a lot of mutual respect. The not-so-good: Quite slow to get to some points, other revelations were over very... Continue Reading →
Lots to catch up on this week…and that 6 month travelling book from last week? The delivery company had it listed as needing to be delivered to an address on the other side of the country so I had to give it back despite having my name and address on it. Anyway, I can guarantee... Continue Reading →
In brief: The story of one family living in Bournville (home of the Cadbury chocolate factory) from World War II to present day. The good: Takes in big historical events for England. The not-so-good: Reading about COVID while you have COVID isn’t that fun. Why I chose it: Forgot that a book is a necessity... Continue Reading →
In brief: Georgie is sick of being the little sister passed over. When her childhood crush returns to town, there’s something in it for both of them if they fake date. The good: Good fun. The not-so-good: Georgie’s eldest brother is a bit of a Neanderthal. Why I chose it: Heard a lot of good... Continue Reading →
An unexpected week, with a book arriving that left the other side of Australia six months ago! The Forthright Woman by Darry Fraser arrived thanks to Harlequin after a prolonged journey. In 1898 South Australia, Marcella searches for clues as to the disappearance of her Uncle Luca at an abandoned station. Many years later, Fran... Continue Reading →
In brief: Ana moves to Melbourne after a breakup and meets Evan. After a bit of internet stalking, she finds out that his previous girlfriend died but he won’t talk about it. The good: The realities of living in the internet age. The not-so-good: I felt the subplots about Ana’s workplace and fear of being... Continue Reading →
In brief: A collection of the slate.com’s advice column questions and answers, categorised by problem. The good: A huge array of questions and well thought out answers. The not-so-good: Some of the questions were…wow. Why I chose it: Enjoy reading advice columns. Thanks to Scribe for the copy. Year: 2023 Pages: 327 Publisher: Scribe Setting:... Continue Reading →
Some comfort reads this week alongside reads to get me thinking… If Only You by Chloe Liese arrived with thanks to Penguin. This is the sixth book in the Bergman Brothers series, although it’s about the youngest Bergman sister, Ziggy. She’s sick of being underestimated so when her brother’s teammate Seb needs his reputation saved,... Continue Reading →
In brief: Nora is an editorial assistant for a publisher, but just keeps getting loaded with more work – and a pay cut. She takes on a second job at a rival publisher, but things get complex when both want a particular author who Nora just happens to have struck up a friendship with. The... Continue Reading →
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