Read whatever, whenever, however.
In brief: Victoria’s life is changed after meeting a stranger on the street of a small town. What she does next will be guided by his parting words, ‘go as a river’. The good: Well written and captivating story. The not-so-good: I read this over the course of a weekend! Why I chose it: Thanks... 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: Saima is a matchmaker for the Desi community, but things aren’t going well. When a rich couple ask her to find a match for their son – with a big cheque to match – it seems like things could improve. The problem? Saima already knows Kal and they don’t really get along. The... 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: Lucy’s life is hedonistic to say the least. She blows it all up to retreat to a small seaside town, but a lot of ways follow her. Can quiet Robin be the change she needs? The good: Lots of great music referenced. The not-so-good: A bit repetitive – party, music, sex, drugs, repeat.... Continue Reading →
I’m writing this before Christmas as I’m working, but I hope people had/are having an enjoyable break. Quite a few parcels managed to make it here this week despite train derailments, flooding and general delays that have seen things (including food) take more than a month to cross the country: The Rom-Com Agenda by Jayne... Continue Reading →
A very busy week with a hint of spring that has turned back into this winter for the weekend! I am loving the colourful book covers this week! The Happiest Little Town by Barbara Hannay arrived thanks to Penguin. The Burralea Amateur Theatre Group has brought a group of different people together, all with their... Continue Reading →
In brief: Kathy works in a record store and has done for years. But when things start changing around her, she’s not comfortable. Is it time to change too? The good: Enjoyed the music parts. The not-so-good: Kathy could be a frustrating character at times. Why I chose it: Sounded fun – music and an... Continue Reading →
A very rainy week here – nearly everything is dripping! Fortunately, the books remained dry: Her Fidelity by Katharine Pollock (available 16th August)arrived thanks to Penguin. Kathy has worked at a record store for half her life. Many of her friends have moved on, but Kathy’s stuck in her groove. Should she move forward and... Continue Reading →
In brief: Joan seems to have it all in 90s Dublin, but time spent in London in the 60s changed her forever. Now the daughter she gave up for adoption wants to make contact… The good: Not what I expected from the cover, but a more nuanced story. The not-so-good: Appearances are everything for many... Continue Reading →
Sam Still Reading 