Welcome to my bookshelf! I’m making inroads on my “to be read” pile – which is constantly accumulating while I write – and thought I’d scribble down some thoughts as I go.
I mostly read literary and women’s fiction, crime, thrillers and mystery. I love supporting authors (especially debut authors) by reading advanced reading copies in exchange for honest reviews.
Other than that, there’s not much rhyme or reason to my choices. Recent hit or classic, popular bestseller or quirky, it’s just whatever I fancy reading. Nevertheless, I hope you’ll find a recommendation or two here.
All in Her Head, by Nikki Smith
17TH APRIL, 2020
A gripping, cleverly-plotted debut which packs a killer twist and leaves you reeling. Read review
Missing Pieces, by Laura Pearson
10TH AUGUST, 2018
Laura Pearson’s compelling debut explores grief, guilt and hope in a family torn apart… Read review
Big Little Lies, by Liane Moriarty
9TH FEBRUARY, 2018
With a large cast of primary school parents, a suspicious death and a dénouement that explores domestic abuse, Liane Moriarty’s HBO hit is a page-turner with a big message… Read review
The End We Start From, by Megan Hunter
2ND FEBRUARY, 2018
Hailed as the first novel about motherhood and climate change, The End We Start From is a mysterious, tender and uplifting work – a short book that leaves you wanting more… Read review
The Summer Book, by Tove Jansson
26TH JANUARY, 2018
There’s nothing like a cold snap to make you yearn for summer, crank up the Beach Boys and imagine the orange warmth of the sun kissing your eyelids… Read review