Read whatever, whenever, however.
A very busy week behind me now – I didn't finish any books! I'm definitely making time for Australian Reading Hour this Thursday! I did get some lovely books in the mail. The Winter Soldier by Daniel Mason (released 25th September) arrived from Pan Macmillan. It's set during World War I when medical student Lucius... Continue Reading →
Last week was incredibly busy and it was difficult to fit in time to read. On reflection though, I don't think I did too badly. September in Australia is a big month for books, so I've got some wonderful reads to motivate me! The Book of Ordinary People by Claire Varley arrived from Pan Macmillan.... Continue Reading →
In brief: Kit used to be friends with Diane until Diane's confession ripped them apart. Now so close to the top of her profession, the last thing Kit needs is Diane to reappear in her life… The good: It's bold, raw, honest and utterly addictive. The not-so-good: Some of the reactions of the characters aren't... Continue Reading →
Busy week last week – didn't even get to the shops for book browsing! I was lucky enough to receive books in the mail, so here they are: The Honourable Thief by Meaghan Wilson Anastasios arrived thanks to Pan Macmillan. (It's released tomorrow). It's set in Turkey in 1955 as discredited archaeologist Benedict Hitchens is... Continue Reading →
In brief: Sarah and Eddie meet in a small village and immediately go on to have the best week of their lives. But then Eddie doesn't call. Or text. Or email. Why is he ghosting Sarah? She's determined to find out. The good: A really interesting setup and big, big feels in this novel. The... Continue Reading →
So last week I got absolutely drenched in the rain (in fact, I think I'm still trying to warm up). Luckily, the book I was carrying was completely safe! I had a super book week all round with reading and new books arriving. Give Me Your Hand by Megan Abbott (released 31st July, RRP $29.99) sounds... Continue Reading →
In brief: Kait is an empty nester and a chance conversation at a party inspires her to write the story of a new TV series. When work starts, she has a new family to look after… The good: Like the blend of family and work family. The not-so-good: I want to know more about the... Continue Reading →
I'm quite happy to leave last week behind as it was full of frustrations. Sometimes I really feel that common sense should be renamed 'rare sense'. I received one book in the mail which sounds great and bought two by authors I really enjoy: Ghosted by Rosie Walsh (released 12th June, RRP $29.99) was a delightful... Continue Reading →
In brief: Libby and Kit have been friends since they were kids. Now Libby is returning to Melbourne, so they can see each other all the time. But have they changed over the last 20 years? The good: It's emotional, thought provoking and a gripping read. The not-so-good: Oh Libby, sometimes I just wanted to... Continue Reading →
