Hello everyone, Before the start of 2019, I had only been to one event with an author. That was David Nicholls, and even then he spoke mostly about his screenwriting work and how he had adapted certain classic novels for television. This year, I have tried to put that right, and although living in the … Continue reading Discussion – The Authors I Saw In 2019
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Top Five Most Dramatic Twists I Read In 2019
Hello everyone, It is time to look back at the books I read in 2019 that contained the most dramatic and unexpected twists. As a reader, there are few better things in my opinion than coming across a twist that you just didn't see coming! Although I have managed to read a much wider range … Continue reading Top Five Most Dramatic Twists I Read In 2019
Book Review – Apple Of My Eye by Claire Allan
Pages: 317Published: 24th January 2019Genre: Domestic ThrillerContent warnings: Child death, attempted suicide When a mysterious note arrives for six months pregnant Dr Eliana Hughes, she begins to doubt every aspect of her life – from her mixed feelings about motherhood to her marriage to Martin, who has become distant in recent months. As the person behind the note escalates … Continue reading Book Review – Apple Of My Eye by Claire Allan
Top Five Character-Driven Books I Read in 2019
Hello everyone, Welcome to another look back on the books I have had the pleasure of reading in 2019! For me, characters are a major factor in determining my overall thoughts on a book. I usually have to connect with one or more of the protagonists, and looking through some of my all-time favourite reads, … Continue reading Top Five Character-Driven Books I Read in 2019
Top Kindle Highlights Of 2019 – Part One
Hello everyone, As we edge ever closer to Christmas, today I would like to share some of my favourite quotes that I came across in the books I have read on my Kindle in 2019. Just like last year, I am splitting this into two posts to do justice to some of the brilliantly written … Continue reading Top Kindle Highlights Of 2019 – Part One
Top Five Powerful Books I Read In 2019
Hello everyone, It is time for another top five list, looking back at the best and most memorable books I have read in 2019! This post is about the most powerful books I have read. What has made them so powerful is the weight of the issues they have explored, and the events that have … Continue reading Top Five Powerful Books I Read In 2019
Top Five Book Covers I Held In 2019
Hello everyone, Welcome to the first of my posts that look back on all the books I have read in 2019! I am beginning with the best covers. Is it me, or are book covers just becoming more and more beautiful? Here are my favourite ones out of all the books I have read this … Continue reading Top Five Book Covers I Held In 2019
Book Review – The Gilded Wolves by Roshani Chokshi
Pages: 400Published: 15th January 2019Genre: Young Adult FantasyContent warning: Racism It's 1889. The city is on the cusp of industry and power, and the Exposition Universelle has breathed new life into the streets and dredged up ancient secrets. Here, no one keeps tabs on dark truths better than treasure-hunter and wealthy hotelier Séverin Montagnet-Alarie. When the elite, ever-powerful … Continue reading Book Review – The Gilded Wolves by Roshani Chokshi
The Bookish Naughty Or Nice Tag 2019
Hello everyone, December would not be complete without doing the the Naughty or Nice tag, which was created by the wonderful, award-winning blogger that is Jenniely. In 2018 I fell firmly into the 'Nice' category with a score of 5/20. Let's see if I have remained there this year, or allowed my standards to slip...! … Continue reading The Bookish Naughty Or Nice Tag 2019
Five Books On My TBR – December 2019
Hello everyone, I hope you are having a very good weekend so far and enjoying your current reads. For me, it is the beginning of a new buddy read with my friend Gem - we have chosen The Huntress by Kate Quinn, and have very high hopes! Today I am sharing five more books which are on … Continue reading Five Books On My TBR – December 2019
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