Books that focus on social media call my name. I feel we are all trying to find our way in the brave new world of social media, and it has so many negative aspects that reading further into this whole theme is well worth the effort. Shame on You by… Read more »
Hello, my name is Trish and I’m Tudor obsessed. So reading Lady Mary by Lucy Worsley was a forgone conclusion for me. And within the pages, I discovered a fascinating blend of Tudor trickery and human insight into a character that I grew to like and admire. First Line of Lady Mary… Read more »
Relationships between sisters can swing intensely from a loving sister bond to driving you crazy, often within the same hour. But the sisters in Three Sisters, Three Queens by Philippa Gregory bring that love/hate relationship to a whole new level. Fraught with tension, and full of human frailties, I found… Read more »
I could just give you one reason to read this book. Basically because it’s a great read. But I really want to you to read it, so I’m throwing 5 reasons to read That Girl by Kate Kerrigan at you. Because more is more, right? First Line of That Girl by Kate… Read more »
The Marriage Pact by Michelle Richmond is one of those books where you think what the hell am I reading. But in a good way! I screamed at the book, rolled my eyes, and to my horror found myself understanding why the pact might work. Then back to being horrified… Read more »
When Woman of State by Simon Berthon popped into my mailbox, I was excited about the Belfast/Dublin/London settings. But I knew this book would be an experiment for me as I don’t normally read political thrillers. First Line of Woman of State by Simon Berthon “The movement needs your help.” My Thoughts… Read more »
Class by Jenny Colgan is a fast, fun, frivolous read that stirred up nostalgic feels for all the boarding school books of my childhood. And just to clear up any confusion, they were originally published under the pen name Jane Beaton, but later under the author’s real name – Jenny Colgan…. Read more »
I can’t believe I’m so late reviewing The Woman at 72 Derry Lane by Camel Harrington, as it was another of my favourite books of 2017. I think my one word summary on Goodreads sums up my feels. “Outstanding”. Yet again, I’m wearing my emotions on my book-rating-sleeve. Because when… Read more »
I’m starting this review with a very bold statement, but I stand over it with all my heart. Last Christmas in Paris is my book of the year for 2017. I don’t care that it’s only the beginning of November, I doubt any book I’ve yet to read this year… Read more »
The Surrogate by Louise Jensen hooked me in with an emotional but tense storyline. A surrogate theme is always going to be complex, but when all the major parties are hiding secret pasts, well it’s going to be complicated. And it was. First Line of The Surrogate by Louise… Read more »
December Girl by Nicola Cassidy whirled me to 1894 rural Ireland and later to London on a riveting and emotional journey. I loved reading it. So I’m excited to join today’s blog tour to tell you a bit more about this début novel from a fellow Irish blogger. First Line… Read more »
The Stolen Marriage by Diane Chamberlain describes how a community pulled together, and built an urgently needed polio hospital. With engaging characters who grow stronger and stronger through adversity, it’s a book that pulls you in and inspires. I loved it! Balancing the books is a quick fire review where I… Read more »
I wrote this review for Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult immediately after I read it. While I was still full of all the feels and thoughts, I spewed them all out. So if it makes no sense, that’s why! My thoughts on Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult I have no… Read more »
