One of the Greatest… | Roald Dahl Day 2018

Second post of the day. Today would have been Roald Dahl's birthday (he would have been 102!!), one of the greatest children's book writers that I've read. Though I'm happy to say that is my own opinion, but it must hold some truth as up and down the country, readers young and old will be …

A Modern Re-Telling | Eligible | A Review

Good Afternoon guys and happy Sunday! The weather is gorgeous here, this bank holiday weekend, and I am so tempted to find a nice shady spot and read - tempting! Today I'm review Eligible by Curtis Sittenfeld, a modern-day re-telling of Pride and Prejudice. Blurb This version of the Bennet family and Mr. Darcy is …

Man Booker UK Longlist 2017 | Thoughts

What's this? A Thursday blog post? *shock* Since beginning my work in a local book shop, I've seen books on the other side of the door, with the likes of marketing and what's selling and when. Particulary keeping on top of book prizes. Hence my blog post for today. A little bit of info about …

New Beginnings | Following Evan | A Review

Hi guys! Can you believe it's Sunday and pretty much halfway through the year? I can't quite believe that the schools have already broken up and there's talks of Halloween and selling at Christmas!? Today I'm reviewing Following Evan by Elida May. Blurb Three years on from the sudden death of her husband Matt and …

Every Tale Needs a Beginning | Heartless | A Review

Good Afternoon guys, it's lovely here in Cambridgeshire - super sunny and super hot! Perfect for reading in the sun - just don't forget your sunscreen! Today I'm reviewing Heartless by well-known author, Marissa Meyer. Who was the Queen of Hearts before she was the Queen of Hearts? Blurb Catherine may be one of the most …

Who pulls the Strings? | The Puppet Master | A Review

Good evening guys, a rather late blog post today, yes I know! It's been a rather busy week, I'm currently reading a book for another blog tour coming up in the next few weeks, so please do keep your eyes peeled! Today I'm reviewing The Puppet Master by Abigail Osborne. Blurb Manipulated by fear and …

Food for the Soul | The Happy Kitchen | A Review

Good Afternoon guys! I'm super excited to write this review. I was lucky enough to win a signed copy of this book from Twitter, and I'll have you know, it's amazing! Mental Health, I think, affects us all in some way or other. And instead of medication (although yes, they do help pull you out …