Read whatever, whenever, however.
In brief: Joni has a great life. Painting during the day and working in a restaurant at night. She's happy, until her whirlwind friend Annabelle comes home. Then everything changes… The good: It's honest and Joni is an eager character. The not-so-good: Joni is just too nice at times. Why I chose it: Sounded interesting... Continue Reading →
Monday rolls around again. Last week was a really good book week. If the weather ever turns wintery, I've got some great books to curl up with! Many thanks to the kind people who sent me these: The top three books are all from Allen & Unwin. Bluebottle by Belinda Castles (released 23rd May) is... Continue Reading →
So last week was a bit better and as you can see below, I got some reading in too. I also got some lovely books in the mail too! The Art of Friendship by Lisa Ireland (released 24th April) is a book I've been looking forward to for ages! Libby and Kit have been friends since... Continue Reading →
It was a really good week for new books in the mail. I'm looking forward to getting stuck into some of these over the Easter break (or even earlier!) The weather has been really variable (hot, then rain, then cold) so it's been good to stretch out or snuggle up with a book. Accidental Heroes... Continue Reading →
In brief: In 1950s Hollywood, Louise Wilde inherits the estate of a screenwriter she barely knows. But on entering Florrie's apartment, she sees a picture of her mother. What is the link between them all? The good: Fascinating look at two golden eras – 1950s Hollywood and 1920s America. The not-so-good: Very, very sad at... Continue Reading →
It's hot and the air conditioner is broken, so I'll need to make this short and sweet. Great mailbox over the last week, which means I'll be seeking out somewhere cool very shortly to read because that doesn't create heat! Fall From Grace by Danielle Steel (released 30th January) has a lovely summery cover. Unfortunately, life... Continue Reading →
I started this post a few days before by writing down all my favourite reads of the year. My criteria is simple – which books have stuck in my mind and/or make me exclaim with delight when I see their cover again. The original list stood at 22 – 27.5% of my total books read!... Continue Reading →
In brief: Brianna is trying her best to run her farm and be a mother, but over a scorching summer, cracks appear. Is her marriage on track? And what happened to her mother who disappeared so long ago? The good: Combines mystery with family life to make for an enthralling read. The not-so-good: The description... Continue Reading →
In brief: Heather is the reason her parents remain together long after they have drifted apart. She is their everything and they will do anything to keep her as their sun. The good: So Mad Men-esque in its mysteriousness. The not-so-good: Pretty quick read. Why I chose it: I love Mad Men. Thanks to Allen... Continue Reading →
