I was taking part in a comment thread on Twitter the other day when I came across Bronia Jane’s blog. Now, ya’all criticise comment swaps (well, some people do – you specifically might not) as …
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BOOK REVIEW: The Forgotten Room by Ann Troup @TroupAnn @HQDigitalUK #bookbloggers
Links: Goodreads | Amazon UK Publication date: 25th October 2017 Blurb: Can the past ever be forgotten? As soon as nurse Maura Lyle sets foot inside the foreboding Essen Grange, she feels shivers ripple down …
My thoughts on star book ratings
Ever since I started reviewing books in 2013, I’ve always used a 1-5 star rating of some description (although I did change my stars to cupcakes because I thought it was cuter but it follows …
Q&A with C.J Tudor – author of The Chalk Man
Earlier this month, I was exceptionally lucky to have had the chance to read The Chalk Man, a mystery thriller that everyone is keen to get their mitts on. It went firmly onto my list …
If I had a book club…
Unfortunately, I can’t take credit for this wonderful idea for a post. Beth from The Reader’s Corner was the mastermind who came up with the idea and kindly let me steal it but please check out Beth’s …
Book review: The Honeymoon by Tina Seskis
Links: Goodreads | Amazon UK Format: Paperback, ARC Blurb: There’s trouble in paradise… For as long as she can remember, Jemma has been planning the perfect honeymoon. A fortnight’s retreat to a five-star resort in …
Book Review: The Escape by C.L Taylor
Format: Paperback, bought Links: Goodreads | Amazon UK Blurb: “Look after your daughter’s things. And your daughter…” When a stranger asks Jo Blackmore for a lift she says yes, then swiftly wishes she hadn’t. The …
The Marble Collector by Cecelia Ahern Book Review
I’ve been a long time fan of Cecelia Ahern. I think her books are just beautiful and she has such a wonderful imagination. So I had to get my hands on a copy of The …
Book Review: Alice and the Fly by James Rice
Format: Paperback, won in a giveaway Links: Amazon UK | Amazon US | Goodreads Blurb: This is a book about phobias and obsessions, isolation and dark corners. It’s about families, friendships, and carefully preserved secrets. But …
So, you want to start reviewing books?
When I started book blogging, back in 2013, my ultimate aim was to start working with publishers and authors and being seen as a worthy enough book blogger to get sent books to review. Now …
Quarterly Book Round-up (1/4)
2017 has been a fantastic year for books for me so far. I’ve not picked up a book which I’ve not finished nor have I awarded less than 3 stars to anything I’ve read! With …
An Interview With Jane Fallon, (author of My Sweet Revenge)
My Sweet Revenge by Jane Fallon was my first read of 017; and what a read it was! I recently reviewed it here, if you want to check out my review but I am also …
BOOK PROMO: His Kidnapper’s Shoes by Maggie James
Today I’m bringing you news of a new book which I think you will love! I am gutted I didn’t have time to read this for the blog tour but I’m definitely going to get …
Book Review: Before I Let You In by Jenny Blackhurst (Blog Tour!)
Format: Paperback, ARC Links: Goodreads | Amazon UK Blurb: Karen is meant to be the one who fixes problems. It’s her job, as a psychiatrist – and it’s always been her role as a friend. …
The Autumn Reading Tag
I don’t really do an awful lot of tag posts anymore – I tend to find the questions too hard, especially book related ones and not being able to find the perfect book fit for …
Fresh Fiction: Box Not To Miss Subscription Box Review (& Giveaway!)
I love me a good subscription box! The excitement and suspense of receiving it through the post and not knowing what lies within it is one of life’s little pleasures that make me smile. A …