“His voice always smacked me hard in the stomach, so hard I could fold with the force of it. I suppose I shouldn’t want that feeling but it can make...
Empathetic, thought-provoking and deeply moving.
If you know Moriarty’s books, you know she writes about distressing and very difficult topics. Seven...
I devoured this book.
It may sound like a cliché, but it is true (and not just because I was holiday and had time to read at my leisure). I think it actually...
It’s both a thriller and a book set in a bookstore – what more could you want?
I will always favour books with librarians, booksellers or bookworms,...
I am sure that everyone is familiar with David Walliams, the funny British comedian that co-created and starred in Little Britain and is a top judge on...
The hugely successful Broadway production is finally making its UK and European premiere. I recall seeing advertisements for this show some 18 months before...
Here is a feel-good book for you. It is the kind which simply falls into place at the end, where stories come together.
It is, as it reflects the idea...
Big Little Lies – the mini series is out on HBO. It is based on my favourite book by Liane Moriarty. Apparently Reese Witherspoon agrees, because she...
I took a chance on this one as it is completely outside of my comfort zone (I like to watch thrillers behind a duvet like normal people!); but on reading...
Gap years and travel adventures are often for young people, they say. When I tell anyone about my latest trip, I often hear “I wish I had travelled when...
Last week I introduced you to the Tall Poppy Writers, so here is one of my favourite Poppies, and her new book. Starting with the bad news: you will need...
In my opinion, we can still squeeze in a little Christmas reading and extend the holidays a little. This is a cute little read you can enjoy at 13 or 30...
It is almost time – are you in a Christmas mood yet? Well, this is sure to get you into the spirit. It is a typical feel good Christmas story; a little...
Yes, this is a recently published book. Yes, P.D. James passed away two years ago. How wonderful is it we get another little present from one of the best...
Zoe Whittaker has it all: Her husband is Henry Whittaker, a tycoon. He found her while she was working in a flower show and literally wooed her: The crazy...
Let me tell you about a book I recently read. I won’t spoil much; this is about the journey rather than the content.
Whenever I read a book, I think...
So I have been asked why there are only positive reviews on this page. Surely there are bad books? Where do they go?
The answer is simple. First of all,...
You may recognise the author. Yes, I may have talked about his mysteries and thrillers, but this is different. This is one for anyone with pets. Dogs would...
Imagine the catastrophe of a family of four, finding themselves in a car accident. Two are killed instantly. Why is it that one will hold on, keep fighting,...
