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Back in the summer of 2021 I read this author’s debut novel, “Please See Us“, and was very impressed with her writing. Needless to say, I was eager to read what she came up with next. “Heather” didn’t disappoint. Written … Continue reading →

I had never heard of this author before, but while scrolling through the offerings on Hoopla, this audiobook stood out. The setting, in a small Irish town really appealed. What I discovered was a compelling story that had me enthralled. … Continue reading →

I was quite delighted when I got an email from Libby saying that this novel was available to me as a ‘skip the line‘ title. This has never happened to me before, and well… the author made me jump at … Continue reading →

I recently sat down with Ginger Literary Agency to discuss young adult publishing, representation, and what today’s market is looking for from emerging writers.

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Back in the summer of 2021 I read this author’s debut novel, “Please See Us“, and was very impressed with her writing. Needless to say, I was eager to read what she came up with next. “Heather” didn’t disappoint. Written … Continue reading →

DI Anna Vaughan lives with her husband in Glasgow. Recently, her mother-in-law has been staying with them, much to Anna’s displeasure. She is not an easy woman. So, when Anna is sent to coastal Argyll, on what is to be … Continue reading →

I’ve long been a fan of Elly Griffiths’s writing, so when I learned that she had begun a new series, I was eager to read it. This time out, she has created something very different in that she has bent … Continue reading →

This is our book club discussion, where we explored The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett. Here, you can watch the conversation and follow along with the chat.Join us next time. We will be reading The Safekeep by Yael van der Wouden.

Believe it or not fellow thriller readers, this is my very first time reading a B.A. Paris novel. I’m contrite, as I’ve let this title linger on my Edelweiss shelves for ages. My apologies to the author and the publisher. … Continue reading →

P.I. Charlie Cameron series – book 2 (sequel to “Games People Play”) Charlie Cameron is a private investigator who specializes in finding missing persons. His specialty was shaped by the fact that his own sister has been missing for thirty … Continue reading →

“Everything happens for a reason! Mostly often because of the activities that precede it.” ― Peter Francis, Ph.D. This novel is about three generations of women in what can be termed an ‘atypical’ American family. Each of these three women … Continue reading →

Back in 2021 I read “The Searcher“, the first book in the Cal Hooper series. I loved it! So, it was a ‘no-brainer’ that I would read the subsequent titles. “The Hunter” is number two in this series, and I … Continue reading →

I have read several of Donal Ryan’s novels in the past, so I was delighted when offered the chance to read and review his very first work of fiction, “The Spinning Heart“. This debut novel  won numerous awards – and … Continue reading →

This is not an overly heavy read, yet it is powerful and deeply touching, with tender relationships and thoughtful observations of love and friendship. For me, it offered insight into the relationships not only between Black and white communities, but also between the English and the Afrikaners. The tension is maintained throughout, as unrest grows and danger builds from those determined to prove

ENGLISH BOOKSHOPAmsterdam Bookclub Review     This is one of the best Dahl books ever written. The hilarious characters, the Grasshopper, Earthworm, Miss Spider, and Centipede, each have their own song to sing, adding charm and humour to the story. Roald Dahl’s rich imagery and amusing characters ensure that you will never tire of reading this classic aloud, and it will no doubt be requested again

ENGLISH BOOKSHOPAmsterdam Bookclub ReviewFrom the first page of this wonderfully constructed tale to the very last, I was hooked.The author’s words evoked wonderfully clear pictures in my mind, and the suspense was maintained without becoming overwhelming or frightening. I would recommend this book to any reader. The characters were believable, and as a reader, I cared deeply about what happened t

ENGLISH BOOKSHOPAmsterdam Bookclub Review This book will appeal to any girl who is intrigued by the world of ballet or enjoys romance.The author has a very beautiful writing style, although the vocabulary can be quite challenging at times. The characters are slightly stereotypical, but very likeable and easy to sympathise with.It is an easy, light “girly” read, but at the same time not overly chee

ENGLISH BOOKSHOPAmsterdam Bookclub ReviewA true page-turner. The author uses descriptive language beautifully, with adjectives placed perfectly throughout the story. If you haven’t read this book, you definitely should. Hosseini captures both the violent reality of the Taliban and the beauty of Kabul in a powerful way. The issues of immigration in the latter half of the book are also very well pre

ENGLISH BOOKSHOPAmsterdam Bookclub Review  I haven’t read anything like this since I was reading Harry Potter. It’s really creepy and incredibly good. I just couldn’t stop reading it. My favourite part was the intensity of the characters, which made the whole story even more gripping. If you enjoy chilling, atmospheric books, this is definitely one for you!