Read whatever, whenever, however.
I think last week was even more hectic than the week before! I’m not going to tempt fate by speculating on this week! The Anniversary by Stephanie Bishop (available 29th March) arrived with thanks to Hachette. It’s about novelist J.B., who is on a cruise with her husband for their wedding anniversary. But during a... Continue Reading →
It’s been hectic this week – I barely know what’s going on (I even managed to sleep through a thunderstorm). Hoping to sneak in some time to read this week. Go as a River by Shelley Read (available tomorrow) arrived with thanks to Penguin. Victoria meets a stranger on her way to town and follows... Continue Reading →
In brief: Maddie is always there for her family – and they don’t return the favour. When Maddie spreads her wings, tragedy strikes. Can Maddie become her own person? The good: Sad, funny and well written. The not-so-good: I just wanted to keep reading and reading… Why I chose it: Sounded like an interesting read.... Continue Reading →
A bit of a mixed up week – I had an eye injury which made long periods of reading difficult. It seems to be getting better now, which is good because I’ve got some good new books! Maame by Jessica George (available 14th February)is about Maddie, who has always been told who she is in... 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: 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 →
In brief: Adam Kay’s story after he changed careers from medicine to writing and comedy. It’s happy, sad, shocking and funny. The good: The humour doesn’t stop in his new career. The not-so-good: Some parts were incredibly sad. Why I chose it: Enjoyed Adam Kay’s other books. Thanks to Hachette for the copy. Year: 2022... Continue Reading →
It wasn’t a short week for me last week, but it was very, very busy! Hence I only managed to finish one book (but it was very good)! Undoctored by Adam Kay arrived thanks to Hachette. It follows Adam after he finishes his time as a doctor, interspersed with flashbacks to his training and life... Continue Reading →
I’ve been a bit busy this week with other things, so didn’t get a lot of time for reading (only finished the one book). I do have a lot of choices for the next read though… The Sun Walks Down by Fiona McFarlane (available 5th October) was a surprise from Allen & Unwin. Set in... Continue Reading →
In brief: Eartha is stuck in a relationship past its use by date when her partner cheats on her. Freed from the relationship, her drunken video declaring her bisexuality on social media goes viral. Now Eartha belongs to the internet, and everyone has something to say. Will she be consumed by a social media giant?... Continue Reading →
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