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Field Guide to Knitted Birds: a work-of-art of a book

I love knitting and I love birds, so it was impossible for me to resist this book. And if you share those sentiments, then so will you. It’s a luxurious book. The first two pages fold outwards to give a four-page spread showing all the various birds you’ll be able to knit using this book.… Continue reading Field Guide to Knitted Birds: a work-of-art of a book

Poison in Paddington by Samantha Silver: polished and full of personality

This is a very polished cozy with lots of personality. Our heroine Cassie, months away from becoming a fully qualified surgeon, is knocked down in a car park and the injuries she receives put paid to her career. She sinks into depression, so decides moving to London might be just the tonic she needs. In… Continue reading Poison in Paddington by Samantha Silver: polished and full of personality

One Sip At A Time by Keith Van Sickle: sparkling expat experiences

Oh, but I love this book about expat life in Provence! It’s beautifully written, thoroughly entertaining and sums up the expat experience superbly. The writing sparkles with enjoyment and humour, although the author’s not above giving gentle digs where they’re due. After all, the French do have their little, incomprehensible ways when it comes to,… Continue reading One Sip At A Time by Keith Van Sickle: sparkling expat experiences

Marie Antoinette’s Darkest Days

I’m delighted to be hosting Will Bashor today as he sets out on his virtual book tour with this truly absorbing and meticulously researched book. Marie Antoinette’s Darkest Days: Prisoner No. 280 in the Conciergerie by Will Bashor   Synopsis This compelling book begins on the 2nd of August 1793, the day Marie Antoinette was… Continue reading Marie Antoinette’s Darkest Days

Murder At The Jolly Jester by Ian Thompson: a dozy mystery

The author describes this as a dozy mystery, rather than a cozy mystery, which right from the start gives you the idea that the book is likely to be quirky and fun. And it is. It’s a very enjoyable, well written and easy read. Ron, our laid back hero, who only panics now and then… Continue reading Murder At The Jolly Jester by Ian Thompson: a dozy mystery

The Elusive Elixir by Gigi Pandian: a fabulously original novel

I’m delighted to be playing host today for the first book tour to visit Books Are Cool this year. What a great way to start 2017. I’ll be presenting my review of the book, and then there’s an extract for you to enjoy. Finally, don’t forget to enter the giveaway, which you’ll find at the… Continue reading The Elusive Elixir by Gigi Pandian: a fabulously original novel

Christmas at the Dog & Duck by Jill Steeples: festive romantic comedy at its best

I was pretty certain I was going to like this book even before I started reading it. First up, it’s a Christmassy romcom that manages not to have ‘little’ in the title! The author could have jumped on the bandwagon with ‘Christmas at the Little Village Pub’ or similar, but thank goodness she doesn’t! ‘Little’… Continue reading Christmas at the Dog & Duck by Jill Steeples: festive romantic comedy at its best