Book reviews and other bookish things
Today is publication day for Nataliya Deleva’s latest novel, Arrival, an expertly written novel which provides the reader with a glimpse into the mind of a young woman who is trying to find her place in an unfamiliar world in the wake of a troubled upbringing. Arrival was a book that captured my attention from … Continue reading Arrival by Nataliya Deleva
Today is publication day for Cleopatra and Frankenstein, the debut novel by Coco Mellors. As someone who is a fan of books which delve right to the heart of relationships in all their complexity, I was keen to discover more about Cleo and Frank, and the way in which their relationship changes through the years. … Continue reading Cleopatra and Frankenstein by Coco Mellors
There are certain writers whose work I always look forward to reading, and for whom I am always excited to hear of their forthcoming projects, and Hannah Kent is one of them. I loved both of Hannah's previous novels, with the Burial Rites in particular a favourite of mine - and one of few novels that … Continue reading Devotion by Hannah Kent
In the absence of an actual book review (new review coming next week, I’m writing this here so I don’t forget!) I thought I would write a little post about something book related that has been keeping me occupied over the last seven months now – a feature I decided to name ‘A Book and … Continue reading Books and Looks – A tour of my bookshelf and wardrobe
Today marks one week to go until the publication of Antoine Laurain’s latest novel, Red Is My Heart, translated by Jane Aitken. Laurain has published several award-winning novels which have been translated into fourteen languages, capturing the attention of countless readers. These include the brilliant The Presidents Hat, which is a nostalgic read for me … Continue reading Red Is My Heart by Antoine Laurain and Le Sonneur
Anyone who has followed me via my blog or social media over the years may already be aware that several of my all-time favourite novels are works of historical fiction. And I have often joked about how I have the appearance of a troubled Victorian maid, owing to my fair skin and my desire to buy … Continue reading The Key In The Lock by Beth Underdown
Edward Carey has become one of those writers whose work I always look forward to. The first of his books that I read, Little, which is a fascinating story around the life of Madame Tussaud was one of my favourite books a few years ago. I also enjoyed The Swallowed Man, an intriguing tale narrated … Continue reading B: A Year In Plagues & Pencils by Edward Carey
Having previously loved Lucie McKnight Hardy’s novel Water Shall Refuse Them, I was very excited when it was announced that she had a collection of short stories coming out this Autumn, and even more excited when a proof copy arrived which felt like a perfect, chilling read for Halloween. Dead Relatives is a collection of 13 stories, beginning with the … Continue reading Dead Relatives by Lucie McKnight Hardy
July saw the publication of Everyone in This Room Will Someday Be Dead, the debut novel by Emily Austin. As I was scrolling through social media one day its bold cover and intriguing title caught my attention, and on further investigation, where I established this was billed as a darkly humorous read with an anxiety prone protagonist, I knew it would be … Continue reading Everyone In This Room Will Someday Be Dead by Emily Austin
Today is publication day for My Body Keeps Your Secrets, the first full length book written by acclaimed essayist and journalist Lucia Osborne-Crowley. Her previous works include I Choose Elena, an essay on trauma and survival which drew praise from fellow writers and helped connect Lucia to many readers as she gives a voice to … Continue reading My Body Keeps Your Secrets by Lucia Osborne-Crowley
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