Many of us tend to assume that we know quite a bit of history when it comes to World War II, its aftermath, and the facts surrounding what happened: who was on which side; who attacked who, when and why; how many died in The Holocaust, the labour camps, the gas chambers and the death... Continue Reading →
BLOG TOUR – Children of Sinai by Shelley Clarke
How would you feel if you got caught up in a secret so vast it threatened everything the world had come to believe? That’s what happened to John Milburn, computer science lecturer, orphan, husband and father, who lived an ordinary life in Haverhill, Suffolk, England. That is, until the dreams started… From the idyllic calm... Continue Reading →
BLOG TOUR – The Holdout by Graham Moore
A riveting combination of courtroom drama and psychological thriller! The story begins in the present day with readers being introduced to Maya Seale, a successful attorney and partner at the law firm where she works. Walking out of the courtroom one day, she's confronted with someone she hasn't seen in many years ... someone who... Continue Reading →
BOOKS-ON-TOUR – When We Were Brave by Suzanne Kelman
This booked grabbed me right from the start as it opens up with our present-day protagonist, Sophie Hamilton, involved in a project at the Imperial War Museum which I've recently visited! If you enjoy museums and history, then this is the type of place that you'll enjoy immersing yourself in for hours. The number of... Continue Reading →
PUBLICATION DAY PUSH – Revelation by Jo Fenton
Congratulations! It's publication day for Jo Fenton and her latest book, Revelation! Manchester, 1989 A student, Rick, is found dead in his halls of residence. His friends get caught up in the aftermath: Dan, who was in love with Rick; and Becky, who is in love with Dan. Their fraught emotions lead them into dark... Continue Reading →
BLOG TOUR – Fateful Coincidence by Lasairiona E. McMaster
The third and final instalment of the saga of long-distance lovers, Lisa and AJ. If you've been following their story then you'll definitely want to know how it continues on from where it left off. Lasairiona doesn't disappoint. This contains all of her trademark warmth that we've come to expect, the best being the journey... Continue Reading →
BOOKS-ON-TOUR – The Italian Villa by Daniela Sacardoti
Callie DiGiacomo is proud of the life she's built for herself. It may not seem like much to others, but to her, it's everything. She's got her own tiny apartment, and a job that she loves as a waitress at The Windmill Cafe. Growing up in the care system from the time she was just... Continue Reading →
BOOK REVIEW – Grown-Ups by Marian Keyes
Can't I give this 10 stars??? I absolutely adored this book! I loved the Casey's and all their typical family in-fighting and nonsense (actually, in Irish terms it's referred to as 'malarkey' I think). Marian writes in a way that draws the reader in and makes you feel like you're right there, just a fly... Continue Reading →
PUBLICATION DAY PARTY – Trap Door by Dreda Say Mitchell
Happy publication day to Dreda Say Mitchell for this excellent psychological thriller! I couldn't put this one down! It's a really gripping page-turner; sometimes spooky; a bit chilling; unputdownable! At the age of 18, Rachel suffered a series of shocking tragedies: her mother died; she was attacked by someone she should have been able to... Continue Reading →
PUBLICATION DAY PARTY – The Jane Austen Dating Agency by Fiona Woodfield
Happy publication day to debut author, Fiona Woodifield! Welcome to the world of the delightful Sophie Johnson! Smart, intelligent, not bad looking, but has dismal luck with men. Also, her job description at top fashion magazine Modiste, is 'Sales Executive' but falls sadly short of the mark as all it entails is sitting on the... Continue Reading →