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In brief: Marick is in an awkward place with respect to faith and the loss of his family when he is sent to be the sole chaplain at a large tertiary hospital. Things get even stranger in this labyrinth when he makes a friend who is growing bacteria with gold in the basement that generates... Continue Reading →
In brief: Millie and her guy friends have always been just that – friends. But now they need dates for a fancy university function, so they decide to use a dating app. It seems to work for the boys, but not Millie. But now her alter ego profile has matched with Reid… The good: It’s... Continue Reading →
In brief: Fifty chapters devoted to ideas and inventions that made the economy of today from the iPhone to the oral contraceptive pill and air conditioning. The good: Interesting insights into the history of these items. The not-so-good: Some things I really wanted to know more about! Why I chose it: Looked interesting. Year: 2017... Continue Reading →
In brief: The story of Carlisle’s relationship with her father and his partner James from 1980s New York to the present day. The good: Very emotive at times. The not-so-good: I am not a fan of ballet or dance! Why I chose it: Thank you to Bloomsbury for the ARC. Year: 2022 Pages: 270 (ARC)... Continue Reading →
In brief: Gosia doesn’t have the perfect life. She works in a supermarket, her family is a bit odd and her relationships are non-existent. Somehow, she gets by. The good: Quirky, with some amusing moments. The not-so-good: It took me a while to get used to the novel’s style. Why I chose it: Sounded interesting.... Continue Reading →
In brief: Kya is left to fend for herself as a child living in the marsh of North Carolina. She grows up with a deep knowledge of the world around her, but that won’t help when people are against her. The good: Some beautiful scenes of the birds and other life in the marshland. The... Continue Reading →
In brief: The numbers of the COVID-19 pandemic explained – from sickness to vaccines and some unexpected effects. The good: Very interesting with the statistics explained very clearly. The not-so-good: Focuses on England and the UK for the numbers. Why I chose it: I think it’s important to learn from COVID-19 and I also like... 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 →
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 →
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