Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ “How do you kill someone on live television and get away with it?” I’ve seen another book by Bea Fitzgerald everywhere recently (and SO many people love it) so really wanted to love this; her adult crime debut. I loved the idea of it and I was left guessing right until the…
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The Retreat – Book Review
Overall thoughts: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Most are here to recharge and refresh. But someone’s here for revenge…” You know that feeling when you love a book so much that you just want to savour every single moment of it, and it takes you much longer than you thought it would to read because you simply don’t want…
Carollyne Haynes – Author Interview
“As much as I hated their intervention, deep down I realized I needed their protection – from myself as much as anyone.” Raised by Committee – Carollyne Haynes I’ve read a lot of books, but Carollyne’s first – Raised by Committee – was certainly one of the most impactful for me. It’s story of survival…
The Treasure Of Tundavala Gap – Book Review
Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Somewhere, out here in this busy, crazy city, his destiny awaited. He would build a fortune, get the Tundavala diamonds back, and show his father once and for all. And God help anyone who stood in his way.” I love finding new authors like Jeff who are clearly natural born story tellers….
Raised By Committee – Book Review
Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ “As much as I hated their intervention, deep down I realized I needed their protection – from myself as much as anyone.” I didn’t know what to expect when I started reading this, but it soon became clear just how much it would stay with me! Raised by Committee is an eye-opening…
Franke James – Author Interview
“Would you stand up to your family to protect your sister’s freedom?” Freeing Teresa – Franke James Last month, I had the pleasure of reading Freeing Teresa by Franke James – a moving, emotional and powerful read about doing what’s right, no matter how difficult it may be. I’m so thrilled to be sharing a recent…
The Examiner – Book Review
Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Six students. One murder. Your time starts now…” Ooofft. This was exquisite! And mind-boggling. And just really masterfully plotted. A work of art, if I may! Being all about a brand new Multimedia Art course at Royal Hastings University, it only seems right to say so about this book. Shady characters, truly…
Section Roads – Book Review
Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Murder is an easy thing to hide along old country section roads.” My first read from Mike Murphey was a hit; a solid blend of mystery meets romance meets crime thriller, with a brilliant cast of characters and a plot to keep you guessing. I love finding hidden gems like this and…
Freeing Teresa – Book Review
Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Would you stand up to your family to protect your sister’s freedom?” Sometimes, a book comes along that really opens your eyes and fills your heart. This was that book for me! In Freeing Teresa, Franke James fights for her sister’s rights as a person with Downs syndrome, even if it meant…
After The Storm – Book Review
Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Two children went into the sea. Only one came out alive.” Oh my god. Wow. Wow wow wow wow wow. I’ve read one same comment in loads of other reviews for this book, but I’m going to repeat it anyway because it’s the truth. How on EARTH is this book a debut?!…