BOOK REVIEW MOTHER BY LAURA JARRATT

Two Girls. One Chance.

When Lizzie’s car crashes with her two daughters inside, she faces a terrible choice. And when she recovers from her injuries, she has to deal with the impact of that tragedy as well as the police investigation into it.

As Lizzie and her family struggle to come to terms with the events of that night, things take an even darker turn. Just what did happen on that remote country road? Who is responsible? And can the family get through this together…Or will the truth finally tear them apart?

Firstly a big thank you for my copy on netgalley.

This is a fantastic book exploring the aftermath of a tragedy on a family . Guilt, regret and tension.

Twisty and complex. Cleverly written book that definitely makes you think what would you do especially as a mum

A great examination of turmoil and power it has . Forgiveness and hope .. Will they ever help a family move on.

BOOK REVIEW TIME AFTER TIME BY LOUISE PENTLAND

Sometimes you have to go back, to move forwards.

Tabby is stuck. She still lives in the small town she grew up in . . . the town she’s barely ever left.

So, when her dad drops a bombshell over their weekly Sunday dinner, Tabby takes a look at her own life. She lives firmly in her comfort zone and doesn’t know how to break out. Sometimes she wishes she could go back and start all over again.

When she meets Bea, a free spirit like no one else she’s ever known with an ‘interesting’ sense of style, Tabby quickly befriends her, recognising in Bea the change she’s been craving. But soon it becomes clear that more has changed than her new friend. Somehow Tabby has been transported back to the 1980s.

With the chance to reinvent herself in another time, will Tabby finally manage to move forward?

Firstly a big thank to the publishers for my copy to review on netgalley. I have been looking forward to a new Louise book . I loved her wilde series which really earned Louise the respect deserved as a writer.

I have just finished this in one sitting… it’s so good.

Life affirming uplifting and packed with magical moments.

Reminds you life is fragile and special.

Cleverly written as the dots are connected.. as a whovian this really hit the spot unlike anything else out there.

I could relate to having a difficult partner and reading her journey of finding her voice was amazing .

The retro 80s vibes , the layers of secrets and a excellent best friend are all the ingredients for a great book.

I absolutely can’t wait to meet Louise on her publication day.

Published 21st July and I wish her every success with this.

BOOK REVIEW LITTLE RUMOURS BY BRYONY PEARCE

It started with a rumour. But rumours can be deadly…

In a small town, three mothers wave goodbye to their children at the school gates.

Naomi has lived in Exton Cross since she was born, and she knows everything there is to know about everyone.

Aleema hates it here. It’s been three years and she’s yet to make a single friend. And she’s sure the other mums whisper about her behind her back.

Kelly is an outsider. New to the town, she arrives with nothing but her son – and a dark secret.

By the end of the school day, one of their children will be missing. And rumours will swirl that one of them is responsible…

Secrets and lies will come to light with devastating consequences in this dark and twisty psychological thriller, perfect for fans of Big Little Lies and Adele Parks.

Firstly a big thank you to the publishers for my copy to review. Apologies in the delay.

What a fantastic psychological thriller that explores every parents worst nightmare!

Gripping ,fast paced and packed with suspense. This is a unpredictable rollercoaster of events with plenty of twists and turns.

We all have secrets , just some people’s are much bigger than others. And with the safety of a child on the line the truth is about to be exposed.

I really enjoyed this and can’t wait to discover more of her writing.

Published 31st March

BOOK REVIEW ALL THE WICKED GAMES BY LAUREN NORTH

Are you ready to play?

Best friends Cleo and Rachel spend their evenings pretending to be people they’re not, inventing elaborate stories to escape the monotony of their real lives. It’s all harmless fun – until they play the game on the wrong person…

It’s your move now.

Five years later, Cleo is still struggling to come to terms with the night that destroyed her friendship with Rachel and almost cost them their lives. And then she receives a text: Rachel is missing. Have you seen her?

There’s only one person to blame.

Wracked with guilt for failing Rachel the last time they were in danger, Cleo races to find her friend. But could the past be repeating itself? Only this time, they’re caught up in a far darker game.

The rules don’t matter when the goal is revenge.

Firstly a big thank you to the publishers for my copy to review on netgalley. I had the pleasure of meeting lauren and hearing about this book at bay tales earlier in the year.

This is a fantastic twisted book on the complexities of female friendships even as adults.

Her past comes knocking and interferes with her present.

Gripping and unpredictable.

Had me hooked right from the start. Cleverly written and thought provoking.

Riveting and packed with suspense as we race to find not only the truth but her friend…

Published 11th August

BOOK REVIEW THE SKELETON KEY BY ERIN KELLY

THIS REUNION WILL TEAR A FAMILY APART …

Summer, 2021. Nell has come home at her family’s insistence to celebrate an anniversary. Fifty years ago, her father wrote The Golden Bones. Part picture book, part treasure hunt, Sir Frank Churcher created a fairy story about Elinore, a murdered woman whose skeleton was scattered all over England. Clues and puzzles in the pages of The Golden Bones led readers to seven sites where jewels were buried – gold and precious stones, each a different part of a skeleton. One by one, the tiny golden bones were dug up until only Elinore’s pelvis remained hidden.

The book was a sensation. A community of treasure hunters called the Bonehunters formed, in frenzied competition, obsessed to a dangerous degree. People sold their homes to travel to England and search for Elinore. Marriages broke down as the quest consumed people. A man died. The book made Frank a rich man. Stalked by fans who could not tell fantasy from reality, his daughter, Nell, became a recluse.

But now the Churchers must be reunited. The book is being reissued along with a new treasure hunt and a documentary crew are charting everything that follows. Nell is appalled, and terrified. During the filming, Frank finally reveals the whereabouts of the missing golden bone. And then all hell breaks loose.

Firstly a big thank you to the publishers for my copy to review.

I’ve had the pleasure of meeting Erin and reading a fair few of her books . She is a beautiful way of creating worlds with her writing.

Intriguing ,mysterious and packed with tension.

Evocative and compelling this is a story of family,love, greed and history .

Written In alternate narratives and timelines makes it fast paced and rich in detail.

Published 1st September.

BOOK REVIEW THE GIRL BEYOND THE GATE BY BECCA DAY

Welcome to Kensington Grove, the safest place to call home…

Jodie Madison can’t think of a better place for a fresh start than the exclusive, gated community of The Grove. But from the moment she passes through the wrought iron gates, she starts to suspect she’s made a mistake.

Despite her vow to keep apart from the other residents, Jodie can’t help but feel drawn to her unnerving neighbour, Norah Williams, and terminally ill daughter, Lacey. Jodie knows she should stay away, but something draws her in.

When a murder shocks The Grove, Jodie vows to do everything in her power to save Lacey from her mother. But as more secrets emerge from Norah’s shadowy past, Jodie is faced with the unthinkable – Norah’s not so different to herself, and neither woman is innocent.

The past won’t stay hidden forever. And The Grove will be an unforgiving witness.

Firstly a big thank you to the publishers for my copy to review on netgalley. Wow what a debut!

I absolutely raced through this! Addictive and gripping writing had me hooked.

Disturbing and thought provoking thriller.

Is all as it seems in this gated community? Who can be trusted and do you ever really know what goes on behind closed doors?

Complex and chilling insight into a mother and daughter relationship that raises suspicions.

Published 22nd March and I look forward to reading more from this author.

BOOK REVIEW THE LAST PARTY BY CLARE MACKINTOSH

On New Year’s Eve, Rhys Lloyd has a house full of guests.

His lakeside holiday homes are a success, and he’s generously invited the village to drink champagne with their wealthy new neighbours. This will be the party to end all parties.

But not everyone is there to celebrate. By midnight, Rhys will be floating dead in the freezing waters of the lake.

On New Year’s Day, DC Ffion Morgan has a village full of suspects.

The tiny community is her home, so the suspects are her neighbours, friends and family – and Ffion has her own secrets to protect.

With a lie uncovered at every turn, soon the question isn’t who wanted Rhys dead . . . but who finally killed him.

In a village with this many secrets, a murder is just the beginning.

First a big thank you to the publishers for my copy to review on netgalley. I’m a big fan of Clares books. This is the first one of a series which is exciting.

Absolutely raced through this as we discover the truth behind the dead body. Who has something to hide? Who is telling the truth and who has something to gain ….

Gripping and thrilling this is a fast paced read. Unpredictable with lots of twists and turns. Packed with suspense and mystery.

Fantastic characters who I look forward to reading more about. It‘s already evident there’s skeletons In their closets .

Published 4th August

BOOK REVIEW LOVE BETTY BY LAURA KEMP

One chance encounter might just change everything…

On the day that Betty meets Guy, her life is changed forever. She never thought she’d see him again, but a few months later, realizes she has something of his that needs returning…

So, she writes him a letter. It’s the perfect solution for Betty – it means she doesn’t need to tell Guy about what really happened that day, and the secret she’s been hiding.

For Guy, Betty’s letter arrives at his repair shop at the perfect time. His whole world has come crashing down around him and for the first time in a long time, he starts to feel hopeful.

But can you really begin to fall in love with someone you’ve only met once…?

Firstly a big thank you to the publishers for my copy to review on netgalley.  I love Lauras writing so much and she has always been such a joy on social media. She already knows my love for the Welsh accent so I always know I’m going to be treated to a hunk that will make me swoon amongst her pages.

Her writing feels like a warm hug .

Romantic and life affirming .

Her characters whilst swoon worthy are real with relatable issues that make them even easier to love and cheer for.

Sometimes we think we know where our life Is going but an unexpected turn can change the course. Is this a negative thing or something for the best?

A beautiful story of chance encounters, friendship , love and rediscovering our passions.

Published 9th June

BLOG TOUR ONE LAST SECRET BY ADELE PARKS

One last client

A week at a beautiful chateau in the south of France – it should be a straightforward final job for Dora. She’s a smart, stunning and discreet escort and Daniel has paid for her services before. This time, all she has to do is convince the assembled guests that she is his girlfriend. Dora is used to playing roles and being whatever men want her to be. It’s all about putting on a front.

One last chance

It will be a last, luxurious look at how the other half lives, before Dora turns her back on the escort world and all its dangers. She has found someone she loves and trusts. With him, she can escape the life she’s trapped in. But when Dora arrives at the chateau, it quickly becomes obvious that nothing is what it seems…

One last secret

Dora finds herself face to face with a man she has never forgotten, the one man who really knows her. And as old secrets surface, it becomes terrifyingly apparent that one last secret could cost Dora her life…

Firstly a big thank you to HQ for my gorgeous copy and having Me on the tour. Adele has been one of my favourites for years ,even before I knew what a book blogger was! In my opinion she just gets better and better.

This is a sizzling scandalous summer read for you to really get lost in. Perfect for that holiday read.

Packed with twists and turns it’s hard to keep up with the actual truth . Lies ,revenge , sex and power this is a captivating read about the lengths people go to for survival .

Written in alternate timeliness we get to see two very different versions of Dora . But the priorities and mindset remain equally as determined.

Gripping from the very first page and will have you hooked until the very last. Despite its warm location its a tense and chilling read.

Guaranteed to be flying off the shelves !

Published 7th July and do check out the other blogs taking part in the tour.

BOOK REVIEW YINKA WHERE IS YOUR HUZBAND BY LIZZIE DAMILOLA BLACKBURN

Yinka wants to find love. Her mum wants to find it for her.

But how can she find a huzband when she is surrounded by her many aunties who frequently (and loudly) pray for her delivery from singledom, has a preference for chicken and chips over traditional Nigerian food, and a bum she’s sure is far too small as a result? Oh, and the fact that she’s a thirty-one-year-old South Londoner who doesn’t believe in sex before marriage is a bit of an obstacle too…

When her cousin gets engaged, Yinka commences ‘Operation Find A Date For Rachel’s Wedding’. Armed with a totally flawless (and incredibly specific) plan, will Yinka find herself a huzband?

What if the thing she really needs to find . . . is herself?

Hilarious and wildly entertaining, this tale of love, culture, family and friendship will have you rooting hard for Yinka!

Firstly thank you for the copy on netgalley. This is a great debut and fresh new voice in fiction.

I heard about this at an online book event and sounded fantastic.

Funny and heartwarming

Insight into another culture .

Uplifting and full of wit and warmth

Published 31st March