Newsletter – November 2019
It’s the start of a new month, lets find out what I’m planning on reading in November. Read the newsletter here
Yearly Archive: 2019
Reading Theme – November 2019
These books can be classed as young adult romances, modern day fairy tales or coming of ages stories – supernatural or otherwise. But at the heart they are about how young people and adults react and deal with ordinary and extraordinary circumstances.
Books Read Recap – October 2019
Find out here if I read all the books I said I would, added any extra just for the fun of it or quietly put one aside to never speak of again.
Book Review – The Silent Girls by Eric Rickstad
This is missing persons case, that rapidly transforms to probable serial killer/ murder mystery. It wasn’t obvious or difficult to ascertain what was the link between the missing girls and I got it before it was spelt out, but that didn’t make the plot or pace any less interesting.
Book Brief – The City Born Great by N.K. Jemisin
This New York City is fully realised, vibrant and throbbing awaiting its birth, whilst the villains are doing their utmost to ensure it doesn’t happen.
Book Brief – The Land of Roar by Jenny Mclachlan
A story about twins growing up, the change it brings, gaining independence, resilience and finding out who you while on a rescue mission in their ‘it’s not made up but real’ imaginary world.
Book Review – Mr Loverman by Bernardine Evaristo
This book masterfully depicts universal human traits and lies we tell ourselves, offering deep insights into personal and community life
Book of the Month – October 2019
It is difficult to have enjoyed a book so much but be unable to articulate that in words.
Book Review – The Thing Around Your Neck by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
The Thing Around Your Neck is a collection of short stories exploring the lives of Nigerians at home and abroad. Proving a touching, insightful, raw in places and agonising in others read.
Book Review – An American Marriage by Tayari Jones
An American Marriage is an exquisitely tender illustration of the complexity of marriage and family.
