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“A mother returns after years of abandonment, but can she be forgiven?”
It’s always such a pleasure to read a book by Rebecca L. Marsh and her late… Read More
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“I’m not a killer. I’m just an ordinary bloke who wants a bit of justice.”
The Itch That Couldn’t Be Scratched – Jeff Senior
My latest read was a… Read More
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“I’m not a killer. I’m just an ordinary bloke who wants a bit of justice.”
An author AND a Yorkshireman? This book was bound to be decent. (N… Read More
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“No body. No crime?”
Emily Freud has done it again! With her previous book, What She Left Behind, being my top read of last year, it’s obvious just… Read More
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“Losing something so great over something so small is enough to make anyone go mad.”
As a huge HP fan, I jumped at the chance to read this, and I wasn&rs… Read More
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“I needed help. We needed help, and we needed it fast.”
Every now and then I get the urge to jump into a non-fiction read, and this time it was an eye-op… Read More
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“His first love. Her dangerous obsession.”
Yes, yes and YES. This is a book of the year contender, without a doubt! I’ve absolutely flown through t… Read More
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“His desire will consume her. And all she can do is surrender.”
Good god. This book has been burned into my brain for both positive and negative reasons… Read More
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“It’s funny how life just keeps going.”
I had absolutely no idea what to expect with this one, but I feel so incredibly happy to have experienced i… Read More
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One thing you should know about me is that I don’t read a lot of historical fiction. I’m very picky. In fact, I could probably count the number of books on on… Read More
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“A cold chill crept down her spine. The ease with which he killed and brushed it off was terrifying.”
This book was exactly what I needed to read; a shor… Read More
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“He guards the island. She protects her heart.”
I think this book will always feel special to me. I read it in the glorious sunshine while we were on our… Read More
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“When you don’t know what’s wrong, how can you ask for help?”
Gaaaah, where do I even start?! Probably with the fact I didn’t expect to… Read More
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“As she reads these pages, something verging on magical happens, making her think for the very first time that books might be better than real life.”
I a… Read More
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“Every family has secrets. Some more deadly than others.”
I don’t really think I need to introduce Claire Douglas to all the thriller fans –… Read More
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“Two people. One life-changing connection.”
I’m feeling so incredibly thankful for the people around me and the opportunities I have after finishin… Read More
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“Everyone brings their secrets to the island…”
At this point, I don’t even think Tina Baker needs any sort of introduction. She’s just… Read More
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“What if The One isn’t the only one?”
Open Minded is my first 5 star book of the year and I am completely in love with it! If the sound of a hilari… Read More
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“Who said pet-sitting would be a walk in the park?”
I can’t remember the last cosy mystery that had me as intrigued as this one did! It’s ori… Read More
“A Marine never says die. Neither does his princess.”
Losing My Breath – J Rose Black
After recently reading J Rose Black’s fun, thought-provoking romcom, I&rsquo… Read More
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“A Marine never says die. Neither does his princess.”
I don’t read romcoms as much as I should, and this one has really made me crave another one!… Read More
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“A snowstorm. A country house. Old friends reunited. It’s going to be murder…”
At the time of writing this, it’s actually started snow… Read More
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“I have never purposely hurt anything. I have never hurt anyone. Until today.”
This book has been on my Kindle for AGES, and seeing as I want 2024 to be… Read More
Aaaaand here we go again! What. A. Year. I think 2023 has been one of my favourites yet. The books I’ve read this year have been out of this world and it’s been one hell of a job… Read More
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“Every second, every minute, makes both of us better. You feel that too, don’t you?”
My final holiday read of the year *sob* but what a book to end… Read More
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“Could this Christmas be the start of a new chapter?”
If you’ve not heard about/seen this book yet, then where have you been hiding?! I’ve pe… Read More
Writer’s block is the bane of any writer’s life. You open up a fresh new notebook page or start a new document, and you just stare at a blank page. Any few words you do attempt t… Read More
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“Love blooms in the darkest days…”
Well my emotions have been everywhere reading this! A really heart-wrenching story of tragedy, loss, hope and… Read More
“You’ve set up a bloody slaughter there. What tempted you?”
“Revenge.“
The Fall – Albert Jaskula
After recently reading, The Fall, an intense and s… Read More
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“You’ve set up a bloody slaughter there. What tempted you?”
“Revenge.”
After a few lighter reads before this one, I was certainly re… Read More
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“He gave her everything. But can she trust him?”
OH. MY. GOD. I am completely baffled as to why I’ve not read this book until now but I am obsessed… Read More
“Can they work on their new beginnings together?”
New Beginnings – Helen C. Kelly
After recently reading Helen C. Kelly’s second book in the Greengrove series, Ne… Read More
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“Can they work on their new beginnings together?”
Lovers of cute, feel-good books with happy endings, this is for you! It’s been a while since I&rs… Read More
“No matter what happened tomorrow, she would always have the memories of the good things that happened today. What more could she ask for?”
Countdown to Christmas – Dianna… Read More
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“No matter what happened tomorrow, she would always have the memories of the good things that happened today. What more could she ask for?”
What a truly… Read More
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“They used to tell each other everything… What changed?”
Okay, this book well and truly took me for a ride. After being convinced I had it all wor… Read More
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“One day to change fate…”
My first Christmas read of 2023 and I don’t even care if it’s too early! Saying that, the Christmas themes i… Read More
“Think you’ve got what it takes to crack the code?”
The Invisible Hand – P.E. Klein
After recently reading The Invisible Hand by P.E. Klein and being blown away b… Read More
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“Think you’ve got what it takes to crack the code?”
A good, involving mystery is hard to find, but I’ve definitely found one in the form of T… Read More
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“There was no doubt about it; Cristobal was the king of each rodeo, ranch, and Texan bull ring. So why, in that case, did he feel sad? As if something were missing… Read More
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“Dogs instinctively understand that there is much they can learn from humans. Only the wisest humans understand they have just as much to learn from dogs.”… Read More
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“A family reunion. A shocking secret. A night to die for…”
It’s never too early for Christmas books, even if it is a thriller! The plot for… Read More
“I don’t care if the storm raged until the sun came up. There was a job to do.”
Into the Marrow – G.W. Allison
I’ve always been a sucker for a good thriller… Read More
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“I don’t care if the storm raged until the sun came up. There was a job to do.”
Okay, my thriller break didn’t last that long but WHO CARES b… Read More
“I will do everything I can to get you out of there. I promise. This is my war now, and I know what side I’m on.”
Not My War – Valerie Anne Hudson
I think I&rsquo… Read More
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“I will do everything I can to get you out of there. I promise. This is my war now, and I know what side I’m on.”
Wow, I was not quite expecting th… Read More
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“Finding her might be your biggest mistake.”
Reading a new McAllister book always feels like coming home, and JAMP was just as I’d expected –… Read More
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“Privacy and freedom are things we all take for granted. Fame can take it’s toll on a person, it’s dangerous.”
I picked up this book for a sh… Read More
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“All of them are guilty of something…”
If someone asked me what my ideal book would be, I’d present them this on a gold platter. I loved eve… Read More
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“Lost. Missing. Murdered? And both her husbands are suspects…”
Oh I loved this! Psychological thrillers are my jam, and this was certainly one of… Read More
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“She finally has her dream life. But someone wants to reveal the truth.”
I read The Text (a short story by Claire Douglas) a few years ago and loved it s… Read More
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“One’s a wish, two’s a kiss.”
One of my favourite ladies is back with the final book *sob* in the Cranley Wishes Trilogy! With each new Audre… Read More
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“What would Lily Bennett do?”
This book was everything I needed to read right now. Fun, uplifting, heart-warming and utterly beautiful (and I’m not… Read More
In the modern era, reading a whole book can often feel like a chore. When you’ve got smartphones and computers to use, why would you turn to a thumbed copy of an old favorite for enter… Read More
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“For the end of the world, Earth was looking pretty damn good.”
WOAH. What have I stumbled upon here?! It’s been a long long while since I’ve… Read More
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“Can Hallie hide for the entire summer?”
I read my first book by Rebecca L. Marsh back in 2022, which also happened to be book one in the Princess Island… Read More
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“The closer you are the more damage they do.”
It only took this one book to make Sarah Stovell one of my new auto-buy authors. I’m absolutely blown… Read More
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“When your boyfriend could become your stepbrother, it’s… relatively complicated.”
Stacey Potter is back, this time with a sweet romance fil… Read More
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“She will leave your surfaces sparkling. But she might well leave you dead…”
Note to Tina – HOW DO YOU DO IT?! How do you continue to write… Read More
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“I never thought things would go this far…”
My first read of the year is always a special one, and I’m just thrilled I picked this book to k… Read More
Another year gone, another year of exceptional books! I haven’t read as much as previous years in 2022, but I’ve read more incredible stories and found so many new authors for my… Read More
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“Being together is all that matters…”
This is definitely one of the most perfect festive books I’ve ever read. And, embarrassingly, my first… Read More
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“She’s got it all. Now it’s time for her to share.”
I knew this was my kind of book as soon as I started reading, and it’s absolutely o… Read More
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“What happens when your ex writes the script?”
A very pleasant surprise! Typecast blew any expectations I had out the water, and it’s turned out to… Read More
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“That was when he heard them. The ghostly voices. For months, they had sounded in the dead of night. Though the words were muffled, he knew they were spiked with h… Read More
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“How do you stop a murder when it’s already happened?”
It’s hard to write something that’s never been done. Time travel has been done b… Read More
Are you thinking of designing a new gaming room? Or maybe it’s time to spruce up the old one? Whatever your situation, if you are a gaming enthusiast, then setting up a new space for g… Read More
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“A lifetime of deceit, despair and dereliction…”
It’s been an absolute thrill to finally read the third and final book in this series! I rea… Read More
Freelance writing is a process that involves writers generating content for companies. The content can be in the form of blog posts, articles, or any type of content that a company would nee… Read More
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“When magic’s in the air, anything is possible…”
Another witty, feel-good rom com from one of my favourite authors of this genre! I always get… Read More
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“Disease begins with a feeling, Miss Darke. It has been that way ever since the Turn – when people’s feelings first started making them ill.”
T… Read More
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Another beautiful and insightful non-fiction read, this time written by journalist, broadcaster and climate/nature expert, Lucy Siegle! I read another book based on natur… Read More
Reading is a fundamental skill that can be applied to almost any job or career. As technology continues to advance, reading skills become more critical than ever. Many jobs require daily rea… Read More
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“Paradise isn’t for everyone.”
This book deserves an award! Or 5! It’s no secret that I adore Lisa King’s writing, and this book has been… Read More
For a lot of people, writing is more than just a hobby – it’s a passion. And for many writers, the dream is to make writing their full-time job. But what if you can’t or do… Read More
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“Your memory is amazing – and you’re about to make it even better!”
What an absolute delight! I always tend to reach for a non-fiction book bet… Read More
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“It’s so much easier to swim with the tide instead of against it.”
(TW: mental health, abuse, self harm, suicide.)
If you read one book this year… Read More
I’m thrilled to be joining author Damyanti Biswas in today’s cover reveal for The Blue Bar! The book will be released on October 25th 2022 and is available to pre-order right now… Read More
How do you spend your free time? Are you watching TV, browsing the internet, or sleeping? If you’re looking for ways to busy yourself that are productive and engaging, read on! In this… Read More
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“So what if it is? Wouldn’t that be karma? Sometimes karma’s a bitch.”
Phew! What an absolute rollercoaster of a book this is! Eoghan Egan is a… Read More
Do you have a writer’s toolbox? It’s a little bit different from a workshop toolbox, but it’s just as useful – at least it’s useful for your writing craft. A wr… Read More
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“The thoughts we have about ourselves, our lives, and our futures matter. The words we use with ourselves make a difference.”
I reached for this book as I… Read More
Writing compelling stories is an art. Stories can be shared, told, and retold. They’re an integral part of our culture and our lives. People have been telling stories for centuries, an… Read More
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“She takes shallow breaths. The knife is chilling, but his face is worse.”
Oh my GOD. This book is already a strong contender for my book of the year, and… Read More
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“Love has to come above it all. We have to follow our hearts and accept the things we cannot change.”
Harpeth Road Press are absolutely rocking it right no… Read More
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“The very thing that had caused the worst moment of her life surrounded the place she now called home. Yet, here amidst the turbulent waters, she had found hope.&rd… Read More
How many times have you wished that you were better at your hobby? Whether it’s painting, cooking, or carpentry, we all hope we can be a little bit better at the things we love to do… Read More
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“Fiona couldn’t put her finger on it, but she could swear while he was catching his breath William was talking to someone and cheering people on. But there wa… Read More
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“Good communication is vital to being happy. It’s important to think for yourself and evaluate what’s true.”
Communication has never been one o… Read More
Do you love to read? Do you like to share your thoughts on the books you read with others? If so, then you may want to consider writing book reviews. Book reviews can be a great way to share… Read More
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“She’s hunting arms smugglers. But who is hunting her?”
Alison Morton has stunned me once again with book two in the Mélisende Thrillers serie… Read More
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“When life is incessantly exhausting, has thrown you a terrible gluey lump of pain and you feel dreadfully, dingily sad, a leafy place and the sight of a bird in it… Read More
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“Sometimes you have to let go of trying to control everything and have a little faith. Faith that, in spite of anything that’s happened, you’re right wh… Read More
Another year, another top 10 list! 2021 has been even more difficult than 2020, something I didn’t expect at all. Of course, with difficult years comes the inability to read as much as… Read More
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“Something tells her that this is far from over. That the cracks are going to get deeper, form chasms, enough to move continents.”
I’m embarrassed to… Read More
The history of storytelling is a long and storied one. In fact, it’s so old that nobody can even say for sure where or when it started. We have found cave paintings from as far back as… Read More
Very happy to be joining Red Dog Press in today’s cover reveal for The Other Side of Fear by Eoghan Egan! The book will be released on March 29th 2022 and is available to pre-order rig… Read More
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“They trudged up the mountains of Kathmandu to find all the trekkers were zombies too. Tired and exhausted, battered and beat, they learned scaring zombies was no e… Read More
“To live a life that is full of the things we want, we sometimes have to take risks. We have to step out of our comfort zones. We have to do the hard things.”A Bookshop Christmas… Read More
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“All things take time, and usually a lot more time than you expect.”
Whenever I fancy reading a good romance/rom com, I can always turn to Rachel Burton to… Read More