Read whatever, whenever, however.
So spring has sprung and it’s rather sneezy. It’s lucky I’ve got some indoor reading to do… Dawnlands by Philippa Gregory (available 15th November)arrived thanks to Simon & Schuster. Set in the late 1600s, people are rising up against the Roman Catholic King James and swearing loyalty to the Duke of Monmouth. Queen Mary summons... Continue Reading →
In brief: Elwood is a Black boy growing up in 1960s Florida when a simple mistake sends him to reform school. The Nickel Academy is corrupt and brutal, but Elwood is determined to get through it despite his naivety. The good: Always an excellent story from Colson Whitehead. The not-so-good: Absolutely heartbreaking in parts. Why... Continue Reading →
In brief: Michaela and Eve are two young women starting university while living in a residential college. One drunken night will mean something very different to each of them… The good: Fantastic writing and story. The not-so-good: Would have loved to know more about Michaela’s life post-university. Why I chose it: Read many great reviews.... Continue Reading →
End of another month! It looks like holiday gifts and Christmas items are in full swing. The shops are very busy! Sweet Thursday by John Steinbeck is about the day after Lousy Wednesday, when anything can happen on the scene of Cannery Row after the war. The Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley Heller is set... Continue Reading →
In brief: When Joan and her family return to Memphis, she’s surprised at the things she remembers. This is the story of her history and her family. The good: Beautiful writing with memorable characters. The not-so-good: I want to know more about what happened to that ’69 Shelby. Why I chose it: Sounded interesting. Year:... Continue Reading →
In brief: Noemi’s cousin isn’t sounding herself in her new marriage, so Noemi is sent to investigate. What she discovers at the remote High Place will scare anyone’s socks off. The good: Moreno-Garcia is so skilled at telling a captivating story! The not-so-good: A bit scary with a touch of the fantastical. Why I chose... Continue Reading →
I did a lot of shovelling this week, so reading was done at night. I’m hoping for more reading this week, but I have a lot of evening engagements! The Wedding Crasher by Mia Sosa has Solange helping her cousin with a wedding. Easy until she finds out that the couple shouldn’t be together and... Continue Reading →
In brief: Alix has landed her dream job working for new designer Dior in Paris after World War II. But she is haunted by her experiences during the war and is determined to bring her informant to justice. The good: I loved the descriptions of Dior’s designs! The not-so-good: I was a little confused at... Continue Reading →
It’s been so cold lately! Despite that, I haven’t done a lot of reading, Maybe this week… Layla by Colleen Hooveris about Leeds and Layla, a great couple until an accident leaves Layla a changed woman. Trying to put their relationship back on track, Leeds takes Layla on a holiday where he meets Willow. But... Continue Reading →
In brief: Fallon meets Ben in extraordinary circumstances the day before she leaves L.A. They pledge to meet every day on November 9, with no contact in between. But as the years go by, it seems Ben may have a few added secrets… The good: The twist and the angst. The not-so-good: Took a little... Continue Reading →
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